Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift

Atlas Tube; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Tube, a Zekelman Industries company in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the safe repair and rebuild of tube mill production equipment.

You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, read blueprints, and perform preventive maintenance while following strict safety standards, including lockout/tagout procedures. This is a 3rd shift role with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; apprenticeship or journeyman training preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience with PLCs and electrical systems in a heavy manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and reading technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance on production equipment following safety procedures including lockout/tagout.
• Verify guards and safety devices are functional before operation.
• Monitor inventory levels of parts and supplies; place orders as needed.
• Use maintenance systems to track, inspect, and report equipment status.
• Read blueprints, manuals, and schematics to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and quality issues; escalate when needed.
• Perform breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and changeovers.
• Identify and report safety, quality, or performance issues.
• Observe equipment in operation and use precision instruments to diagnose problems.
• Fabricate repair parts using shop tools.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment per policies.
• Operate powered industrial trucks and cranes as required.
• Support continuous improvement and problem-solving activities.
• Comply with OSHA standards and safety guidelines.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprints interpretation

PLCs knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship / journeyman training

Tools

Hand and power tools

Precision measuring devices

Technical drawings interpretation

Job description

Job Description

As a Maintenance Technician at Atlas Tube at Zekelman Industries, Kansas City, MO, this role plays a critical part in ensuring the safe repair and rebuild of tube mill production equipment. Reporting to the supervisor, this position focuses on maximizing equipment quality, uptime, rate, and yield. This role is ideal for individuals with strong electrical aptitude, advanced troubleshooting skills, and the ability to diagnose and resolve both electrical and mechanical issues while maintaining strict adherence to safety standards.

Shift: 3rd (6:45pm – 7:15am)

What You'll Do

• Perform electrical maintenance on production equipment while following all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout protocols
• Verify all guards and safety devices are properly installed and functional before returning equipment to operation
• 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 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 resolve independently
• Observe mechanical devices in operation and use precision instruments to diagnose and resolve problems
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools and equipment
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with company policies and safety regulations
• Operate powered industrial trucks, overhead cranes, and portable cranes as required
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in problem-solving activities
• 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 requirements
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor

Who You Are

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, preferably in a maintenance role
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; apprenticeship, journeyman training, military service, or equivalent mechanical or electrical training preferred
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, and interpretation of technical drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude with familiarity in electrical systems and PLCs
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and perform basic math calculations
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment
• Ability to pass job-related testing, an employment physical, and a post-offer drug screen
• Strong teamwork skills with a collaborative and results-oriented mindset

Physical Abilities

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Stand or walk for extended periods throughout the work shift
• Bend, twist, stoop, sit, kneel, crawl, and reach in all directions as required
• Perform additional physical demands as necessary to support job duties