Maintenance Technician

Zekelman Industries; Kansas City (MO); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Tuition assistance

Bonus program

401(k) with company match

Medical and dental benefits

Zusammenfassung

Zekelman Industries provides a strong, safety‑driven environment for a skilled Maintenance Technician focused on electrical and mechanical repairs in a tube mill setting. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and changeovers, with a first shift schedule (6:45am - 7:15pm) and safety compliance throughout production operations.

Ideal candidates hold 5+ years in heavy manufacturing maintenance, a high school diploma or equivalent, and PLC familiarity.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 5 years in a heavy manufacturing maintenance role.
• High school diploma or equivalent; apprenticeship, journeyman training preferred.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, and reading technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude; PLC experience.
• Fluent English communication; basic math skills.
• Ability to pass testing, physical, and drug screening.
• Strong teamwork in a safety-focused environment.

Aufgaben

• Perform electrical maintenance on equipment following all safety procedures (LOTO).
• Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and schematics to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and quality issues; perform breakdown repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Operate and maintain safety systems, report hazards, and ensure a clean, safe work environment.
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist trouble-shooting with team.

Kenntnisse

Troubleshooting

Electrical aptitude

Teamwork

English communication

Mathematical basics

PLCs familiarity

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Apprenticeship / journeyman training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

PLCs

Electrical schematics

Jobbeschreibung

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

Reporting to the supervisor, the Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe repair and rebuild of tube mill production equipment. The primary focus is to maximize equipment quality, uptime, rate, and yield. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong electrical aptitude, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to identify and resolve both electrical and mechanical issues. A keen attention to detail and adherence to safety procedures are essential for success in this role.

1st Shift: 6:45am - 7:15pm

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance on equipment, following all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Ensure all guards and safety equipment are in place and functional before returning equipment to operators.
• Monitor inventory levels of parts, equipment, and supplies; place orders and verify receipts as needed.
• Utilize manual and computerized maintenance management systems to track, inspect, and report equipment status.
• Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and schematics to diagnose and repair equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, and quality issues, escalating concerns to supervisors when necessary.
• Perform breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and changeover tasks on production equipment.
• Identify and report safety, quality, operational, or output issues when unable to correct them independently.
• Observe mechanical devices in operation, using precision instruments to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by complying with all safety regulations and company procedures.
• Operate powered industrial trucks, overhead cranes, and portable cranes as required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to problem-solving efforts.
• Comply with OSHA safety standards, including hazard communication, lockout procedures, and ergonomic guidelines.
• Promote a culture of health and safety in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, preferably in a maintenance role.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; apprenticeship, journeyman training, military service, or equivalent mechanical/electrical training preferred.
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, and interpreting technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with electrical systems and PLCs.
• Effective communication skills in English, with the ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
• Ability to pass job-related testing, an employment physical, and a drug screening.
• Strong teamwork skills with a willingness to collaborate and contribute to team success.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to bend, twist, stoop, sit, kneel, crawl, and reach in all directions as needed.
• Other physical demands as required for the position.

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.