Maintenance Technician

Nucor Corporation; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Weekly with Bonus and Profit Sharing

Paid Training

Paid Vacation – 3 weeks after 1 year

Paid Holidays – 10 per year

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement - $5,250 per year for teammates

Company matching 401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan – we match 10% of your purchase

Job summary

Nucor Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Belvidere, IL. This role focuses on performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting for steel fabrication equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in hydraulic and pneumatic maintenance, and possess skills in reading schematic diagrams. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $30.49 plus bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Minimum two years’ experience in hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance for safe and efficient operations.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and modify equipment for production efficiency.
• Generate parts lists and labor estimates for repairs.
• Train teammates on new equipment and modifications.

Skills

Hydraulic maintenance

Pneumatic maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Schematic diagram interpretation

AC & DC motor knowledge

VFD knowledge

Power transformer knowledge

PLC knowledge

Forklift operation

Mobile crane operation

Education

2-year degree in mechanical/electrical or related field

Job description

Job Details

Location: Belvidere, IL, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Benefits

• Paid Weekly with Bonus and Profit Sharing
• Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities
• Paid Training
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Paid Vacation – 3 weeks after 1 year
• Paid Holidays – 10 per year and 1 personal day
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement - $5,250 per year for teammates, $2,625 for spouses
• Scholarship Program – Every child of a Nucor teammate is eligible for $4,000 per year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• Company matching 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase plan – we match 10% of your purchase

Purpose

Compensation: $30.49/hr plus weekly production bonus and yearly profit‑sharing bonus.

The role of the Maintenance Technician is primarily two‑fold: first, to be a great Nucor Rebar Fabrication team member who demonstrates high levels of ownership in everything they do; second, to ensure the success of the team by SAFELY performing Preventative and Corrective maintenance on steel fabrication equipment and systems as well as proposing and implementing solutions to challenges in the steel‑making process and business. You will support the fabrication division with machine repair, maintenance and troubleshooting, assist the safety team in the design, development and/or installation of machine guards and safety devices, and advise the Branch Manager in machine purchasing and installation.

Basic Job Functions

• Must adhere to Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s safety programs and standards.
• Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s vision and values.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure safe and optimum functioning equipment, systems and processes.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and modify equipment to maintain workplace safety and production efficiency.
• Generate parts lists and labor time estimates for maintenance and repairs.
• Train key shop teammates on new equipment and/or modifications to existing equipment.
• Maintain repair records.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• Minimum two years’ experience working on hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams.

Preferences

• 2 or more years working experience in an industrial plant.
• 2‑year degree in mechanical/electrical or related field.
• AC & DC motor knowledge and experience.
• VFD knowledge and experience.
• Power transformer knowledge and experience.
• Programmable Logic Controller knowledge and experience.
• Formal electrical safety knowledge and experience.
• Experience in operation of forklift, mobile crane, and/or other mobile equipment.

Physical Demands

• Heavy lifting may be necessary.
• Working conditions may be noisy, dusty, hot, cold.

Special Demands

• Extended hours may be required.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Must be familiar with and adhere to Nucor and OSHA safety standards.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug‑free workplace