Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Cimolai-HY LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401k and educational assistance

Job summary

Cimolai-HY is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for 1st shift in Olean, NY. You will maintain and repair machinery and equipment used in steel fabrication, with emphasis on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Reading schematics and safety practices are essential. The role requires 3–5 years in an industrial setting, a high school diploma or GED, and preferably a Journeyman certificate.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• 3–5 years’ experience in an industrial environment.
• Journeyman certificate preferred.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and repair or coordinate with vendors.
• Execute preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Ensure maintenance complies with safety regulations and company policy.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and accurate maintenance records.
• Operate basic machine tools and assist with installation of new equipment.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and support downtime reduction.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Welding experience

CNC machining

PLC integration

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Education

HS diploma or GED

Journeyman certificate or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

CNC machines

Hydraulic systems

PLCs

Job description

Position:Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Location: Olean, NY

Job Id:190

# of Openings:2

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (1 st Shift)

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance, and repair of machinery and equipment used in steel fabrication. This role requires a proactive individual with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, as well as a solid understanding of safety practices in an industrial setting.

QUALIFICATIONS

• HS diploma or GED required
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience working in an industrial environment required
• Journeyman certificate or equivalent industrial experience is preferred
• Experience maintaining industrial equipment is preferred
• Good organizational skills.
• Understanding of typical repair and maintenance tasks and the ability to estimate labor time and materials.
• Good mechanical aptitude and understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Able to read and interpret technical manuals, instructions, schematics, and drawings.
• Experience with welding equipment, CNC machines, hydraulic systems, and PLCs is a plus.
• Use basic hand and power tools.
• Able to safely drive and operate industrial forklifts, overhead cranes and hoists, and various manlifts.
• Able to use basic precision measuring tools such as ruler, micrometer, calipers, levels, etc...
• Use basic hand and power tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine maintenance on building systems, machinery and equipment, including welding machines, cutting tools, and other fabrication equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues of machines and systems and perform repairs or coordinate with external vendors when necessary to minimize downtime.
• Execute preventive maintenance schedules to ensure all equipment is functioning optimally and to prevent unexpected breakdowns.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities are carried out in compliance with safety regulations and company policies. Identify and address potential safety hazards associated with maintenance.
• Maintain an inventory of spare parts and tools required for maintenance tasks. Order parts and materials as needed to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
• Keep accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work orders, parts used, and time spent on each task. Update equipment manuals and maintenance logs as required.
• Work closely with production teams to schedule maintenance activities during downtime and provide technical support when needed.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance the efficiency and reliability of the maintenance program.
• Be available to respond to emergency breakdowns and work overtime or on-call as necessary to minimize production disruptions.
• Adjust, repair, and rebuild machines and components such as conveyors, gear boxes, clutch assemblies, bearings, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, etc.
• Operate basic machine tools such as mills, lathes, and grinders to make and modify parts as needed.
• Dismantle, transport, assemble, and re-align relocated and new equipment and machines.
• Move and organize materials, equipment, furniture, fixtures, etc.
• Assist OEM representatives in the installation of new equipment.
• Perform periodic inspection and maintenance on cranes, hoists, cables, hooks, and chains. Replace parts and cables as necessary.
• Perform simple rigging operations and occasional heavy or complex rigging.
• Erect fabricated steel structures such as platforms, structures, catwalks, and jib/pedestal hoists.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and manlifts as necessary.
• Climb ladders and work at height.
• Perform minor structural welding.
• Collect and properly dispose of waste materials such as wood, cardboard, oils and coolants.
• Operate and maintain portable and shop air compressors.
• Repair, install, and remove facility piping, including water, air, and gas.
• Maintain good housekeeping by cleaning and organizing work areas.
• Follow safe working practices.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor.

AS A MEMBER OF THE TEAM, YOU CAN EXPECT

• Competitive pay for the area - Negotiable based on your years of experience.
• Full benefits package - Including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, paid holidays, 401k, educational assistance, and more.
• Consistent year-round work.
• Career growth - Opportunities to progress your career will be provided based on experience, continued training, and education.
• Secure opportunity - This is not just a "one job and done" position; You will be hired as a permanent long-term employee with the company.
• Safety is the priority - Our goal is to send everyone home to their families in the same condition they arrived each day.

About us

Cimolai-HY is a partnership between HY Steel LLC (a division of Related Companies L.P.) and Cimolai S.p.A., each an industry leader with a proven track record in their respective fields. Cimolai-HY combines the unique capabilities of each to provide best-in-class structural steel design and fabrication services to our clients.

Cimolai HY is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ethnicity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, hairstyle, marital or family status, physical or mental disability, uniformed service, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.