Maintenance Technician | 1st Shift

metalsusacareers; Horicon, Northbrook (WI, IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual 3 weeks/yr

Quarterly safety bonus

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life & AD&D insurance

HSA & FSA options

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Inclusive working environment

Job summary

Metals USA Flat Rolled Group, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Horicon, WI location. The role involves maintaining and repairing production machinery and facility systems to ensure uptime and safety.

The position requires two years of maintenance experience, forklift certification, and ability to read English and measurements. Base wage ranges from $28–$36/hour with non-exempt status, offering PTO, health/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and

Qualifications

• Two years minimum experience in general maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficient with basic measurement techniques including reading English/metric units.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diverse maintenance to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machinery and facility systems.
• Dismantle and reassemble machinery using hand tools, cranes, hoists, and other equipment.
• Start and operate equipment to verify functionality and performance.
• Inspect and test components to identify defects and determine repair needs.
• Diagnose malfunctions and replace defective parts; perform necessary adjustments.

Skills

English communication

Reading measurements

Reading schematics

Math proficiency

Education

Vocational/Trade schooling in electrical or mechanical maintenance

Tools

Forklift certification

Overhead crane experience

Job description

Metals USA Flat Rolled Group, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Horicon, WI location. Metals USA is a leading metals processor/distributor in North America, providing a wide range of carbon steel products and services. Metals USA is a solid, growth-oriented company servicing the defense, commercial construction, and road construction and fabrication industries.

Benefits of working with us:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual | 3 weeks within 1 year
• Quarterly Safety Bonus Eligibility
• Excellent health, dental, & vision Insurance options
• Life & AD&D Insurance w/buy-up plans for Employee and Dependents
• HSA & FSA Options
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability w/buy-up options
• 401(K) programs w/company match
• Wellness Program w/incentives
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Inclusive working environment

Base Wage: $28 - $36/hour

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Requirements

• Vocational/trade school education in electrical or mechanical maintenance, or equivalent journey-level experience, preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience performing general maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficient in basic measurement techniques, including reading and converting between English and metric units of measure.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, and related programs).
• Forklift certification required.
• Experience operating overhead cranes preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude with strong manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination.
• Ability to respond to emergency callouts and perform repairs during evenings, weekends, and other non-standard work hours as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform highly diverse maintenance duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machinery, equipment, and facility systems.
• Dismantle machinery and remove components for repair using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, hoists, and other appropriate equipment.
• Reassemble machinery and equipment following maintenance and repair activities.
• Start, operate, and observe equipment to verify proper functionality, efficiency, and performance.
• Inspect, test, and evaluate equipment components to identify defects, determine repair requirements, and communicate findings to management as needed.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions; repair or replace defective parts; perform testing and make necessary adjustments to restore operation.
• Install, replace, and modify machine parts, attachments, and components in accordance with production and equipment specifications.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on production equipment.
• Conduct scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance activities on machinery, equipment, and facility systems.
• Respond to emergency and unscheduled equipment repairs during production operations to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, technical documentation, maintenance work orders, and repair specifications to perform required maintenance activities.
• Set up, operate, and adjust machinery and equipment controls to ensure proper operation.
• Lubricate machinery and equipment and apply adhesives or other materials in accordance with established maintenance procedures.
• Perform basic machinist duties as required to support maintenance and repair functions.
• Utilize a variety of hand tools, power tools, electrical testing equipment, meters, and material handling equipment safely and effectively.
• Collaborate with operations personnel and other team members to repair, relocate, install, or maintain machinery and equipment.
• Maintain equipment records, repair documentation, maintenance logs, and other required reports.
• Manage spare parts inventory for service center equipment and coordinate parts procurement as needed.
• Partner with operations teams to implement and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs that enhance equipment reliability and uptime.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment and promote housekeeping standards throughout the facility.
• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in training, educational opportunities, and review technical publications to maintain and improve job knowledge and technical expertise.
• Occasionally operates a company-owned non-DOT vehicle for local transportation and pickup of parts, materials, or supplies.

Metals USA Flat Rolled Group, Inc. offers competitive wages and benefits plus upward mobility towards professional growth.

Metals USA Flat Rolled Group, Inc. is committed to protecting our employees by creating and maintaining a workplace free of substance abuse.

Metals USA Flat Rolled Group, Inc. A provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

• Vocational/Trade School education in electrical/mechanical work or Journey-level experience equivalent preferred
• Basic measuring skills to read and convert English and Metric systems
• Able to read and write, speak English
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Minimum two (2) years experience in general maintenance repair work
• Forklift certification required
• Experience on overhead crane operation desired
• Must possess a Valid Driver's License
• Requires a competent technical aptitude, demonstrated manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination