Maintenance Technician

Cleveland-Cliffs; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Detroit, Michigan. This role involves repairing and maintaining machinery and equipment, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and managing general housekeeping of the site. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant repair experience.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience as a machine repair technician.
• Experience with mobile equipment repair preferred.
• Ability to work independently and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain machinery and production equipment.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards.
• Perform cleaning duties related to yard and plant equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication

Mechanical knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

2-year trade school preferred

Job description

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Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America’s premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs and has an immediate opportunity for a Maintenance Technician at the Kronk Operation in Detroit, Michigan. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the repair and maintenance of machinery and production equipment.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the site.
• Visually inspects and listens to machines and equipment to locate malfunctions.
• Change hose assemblies and conveyor belts.
• Remove and replace worn or defective parts of the drive mechanism or hydraulic system.
• Locate damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machines and install new pipes.
• Start machines and equipment to test operation following repair.
• Perform cleaning duties related to yard and plant equipment and general housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair & maintain all plant and yard equipment and machines.
• Torch cutting and welding.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a machine repair technician.
• 2 year trade school preferred.
• Experience with mobile equipment repair preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, self motivated and self-directed.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to follow oral and written communication.
• Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
• Ability to endure physical and outdoor work on a daily basis.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
• Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.
• Pre-Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required.
  
  

Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 1(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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