Maintenance Technician

Atlas Tube (Plymouth) INC; Plymouth Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Medical and dental benefits

Bonus plan

Job summary

Zekelman Industries in Plymouth, MI is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair tube mill production equipment, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

You'll troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, read blueprints, perform preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement while following safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years maintenance experience in a heavy manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of electrical systems and PLCs.
• Ability to read schematics and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance and repairs on production equipment following LOTO safety procedures.
• Ensure machine guards and safety systems are functional before operation.
• Monitor maintenance parts inventory and assist with ordering.
• Use CMMS and manuals to track, inspect, and report equipment status.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and manuals to diagnose issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and quality-related problems.
• Perform breakdown and preventive maintenance and changeovers.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes as required.
• Identify safety or production concerns and report to supervisors.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics

PLC knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship or journeyman training

Tools

CMMS

Measuring instruments

Precision tools

Job description

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.About the RoleReporting to the Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in maintaining and repairing tube mill production equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This position focuses on maximizing equipment quality, uptime, production rates, and yield through effective electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement efforts. The ideal candidate possesses strong electrical aptitude, hands-on maintenance experience, and a commitment to workplace safety.What You'll DoPerforms electrical maintenance and repairs on production equipment while following all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).Ensures machine guards and safety systems are functional before returning equipment to operation.Monitors inventory of maintenance parts, equipment, and supplies; assists with ordering and receiving materials as needed.Utilizes computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and manual processes to track, inspect, and report equipment status.Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical drawings to diagnose equipment issues.Troubleshoots and repairs electrical, mechanical, and quality-related equipment problems.Performs breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and equipment changeovers.Identifies and communicates safety, quality, operational, and production concerns to supervisors when necessary.Observes equipment performance and uses precision measuring instruments to diagnose issues and verify repairs.Fabricates repair parts using machine shop tools and equipment.Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment.Operates powered industrial trucks, overhead cranes, and portable cranes as required.Supports continuous improvement initiatives and equipment reliability programs.Complies with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and established operating procedures.Promotes a positive safety culture and supports site-wide health and safety initiatives.Performs other duties as assigned.Who You AreMinimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a heavy manufacturing environment preferred.High school diploma or equivalent required.Apprenticeship, journeyman training, military service, or equivalent mechanical/electrical training preferred.Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of electrical systems and PLCs.Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Strong verbal communication skills and basic math proficiency.Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.Ability to pass job-related assessments, a pre-employment physical, and a drug screening.What You'll GetOpportunity to work with advanced manufacturing equipment and systems.Hands-on involvement in equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.Collaborative team environment focused on safety and operational excellence.Career growth and development opportunities within a leading manufacturing organization.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/VWe 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.