Mechanic

Gerdau North America; Milan (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gerdau North America is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform basic to moderately complex maintenance and repair operations across plant equipment, processes, and facilities. You will diagnose malfunctions, participate in preventive maintenance, and collaborate with team members to ensure safe, reliable operations.

The role requires 3–5 years in heavy manufacturing, knowledge of mechanical/hydraulic systems, welding and torching, and the ability to work daily and weekend overtime.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Some welding and torching experience.
• Working knowledge of electricity.
• Ability to work daily and weekend overtime.
• Licensed Mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair plant equipment, tooling, and facilities across diverse operations.
• Diagnose malfunctions by sight, sound, or performance.
• Operate, test, and adjust equipment per SOPs and PM programs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and train staff on procedures.
• Disassemble, repair, fabricate fixtures, and reinstall components.
• Bend/cut conduit or wires, install and wire electrical connections as needed.

Skills

Heavy manufacturing

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Welding

Torching

Electrical knowledge

Overtime ability

Licensed Mechanic

Job description

At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future.

Job Summary

Perform basic to moderately complex maintenance and repair operations necessary to keep plant property, equipment, machinery, and tools in good operating condition; diagnose problems and work in many varied and diversified capacities required in general maintenance, overhaul, and repair of plant equipment, processes and facilities. Report all unusual circumstances, safety and repair issues or concerns to supervisor.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Work involves diversified duties, highly variable, requiring considerable care and judgment to effectively and efficiently diagnose, dismantle, repair, lubricate, reassemble, or otherwise perform general maintenance activities to include basic to moderately complex electrical repair and wiring, pipefitter, burner, welder, millwright, assembler, carpenter, plumber, and installer skills and abilities.
• Diagnose causes of malfunctions by sight, sound, or actions of plant equipment, machinery or processes.
• Start, observe, operate, interview operator and otherwise activate equipment to diagnose, detect or verify malfunction or corrective actions taken in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Perform the division preventive maintenance program. Train and instruct employees on preventive maintenance activities and procedures. Inspect, adjust, clean, and/or lubricate equipment as normal part of preventive maintenance program.
• Tear down, replace, repair, install, and assemble equipment, parts, components, and accessories. Develop and fabricate accessory fixtures or guards for machines and equipment. Adjust machine mechanisms such as feed, speed, power input or output. Report or refer complex repairs or questions to supervisor.
• On occasion or as directed, bend and cut conduit or wires; drill or knockout holes in walls, floors, or ceilings for electrical or plumbing connections; connect wires to motors, fixtures, and other electrical equipment; bend, cut, and thread pipe, lay and seal pipe; clear clogged drains and replace washers.

Additional Responsibilities

• Repair portable power tools and perform other duties and work assignments as required and directed.
• Remain current in technical changes or equipment designs by attending classes or participating in company training programs, which will require limited domestic travel and possibly travel abroad.
• Work closely with other RF group mechanics or outside contractors to perform complex repairs and electrical work.

Detect and report defective material, improper operation, and unusual conditions to proper supervision. Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition. Follow prescribed safety regulations and practices.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Qualifications And Experience

• A minimum of 3-5 years in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Some welding and torching experience.
• A working knowledge of electricity.
• Ability to work daily and weekend overtime.
• Licensed Mechanic.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

If you are vision‑impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or [e-mail].