Maintenance Technician-Boise

Nucor Rebar Fabrication; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Nucor Rebar Fabrication in Boise, ID is seeking a maintenance technician to repair and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, and to support safety initiatives. You will assist in purchasing, installing new equipment, and training shop teammates on safety and maintenance procedures.

Commitment to OSHA standards and a proactive, detail‑oriented approach is required. Join a team focused on reliability, safety, and continuous improvement with strong benefits and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams.
• Familiar with OSHA safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support fabrication with machine repair, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Assist safety team in design and installation of machine guards and safety devices.
• Advise Branch Manager on machine purchasing and installation.
• Maintain repair records and develop inspection routines.
• Train teammates on new equipment and modifications.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Reading schematics

Education

Two-year technical degree

Job description

Job Details

Location: Boise, ID, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

Purpose

Support the fabrication division of Nucor Rebar Fabrication with machine repair, maintenance and trouble shooting. Assist the safety team in the design, development and/or installation of machine guards and safety devices. Advise Branch Manager in machine purchasing and installation.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

• Must Adhere to Nucor Rebar Fabrication safety programs and OSHA safety standards
• Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor Rebar Fabrication mission statement.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure safe and optimum functioning equipment, systems, and processes.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks to ensure equipment reliability and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Develop and maintain visual standards, checklists, and simple inspection routines that empower operators to own first‑level maintenance
• Maintain and grow the critical spare parts list to ensure availability of essential components while supporting Lean inventory principles.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and modify equipment to maintain workplace safety and production efficiency.
• Generate parts lists and labor time estimates for maintenance and repairs.
• Train key shop teammates on new equipment and/or modifications to existing equipment.
• Maintain repair records.
• Perform other duties as required by your supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum two years’ experience working on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical maintenance and repairs
• Minimum two years’ experience in electrical maintenance and repairs
• Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be Familiar with OSHA safety standards

Detailed Selection Criteria:

• Attention to Detail - Thorough in accomplishing tasks, no matter how small they may be, and taking care to make sure that expectations are met.
• Communication Skills - The ability to give full attention to what others are saying and communicating information so that others will understand.
• Electrical Knowledge - Knowledge of (basic) electrical theory, including (basic) troubleshooting, installation, repair and/or maintenance of electronic equipment.
• Dependability - Being reliable, responsible and committed to fulfilling obligations.
• Occupational Safety- Using knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, strategies, and judgement to determine whether events or processes comply with laws and regulations to promote standards as well as working to continuously improve processes to ensure safety of all individuals.
• Mechanical Knowledge - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and/or maintenance.
• Problem Solving - Identifying problems and analyzing or reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Teamwork - Working as part of a coordinated effort with others to achieve a common goal.
• Time Management - Managing one's own time and/or the time of others.

Preferences:

• Two-year technical degree from an accredited school or college
• Training in electrical controls, welding, mobile crane operation and rigging
• Experience installing and programming electrical safety devices
• Two years’ experience working on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical maintenance and repairs
• Two years’ experience in electrical maintenance and repairs
• Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams
• Familiar with OSHA safety standards
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as with others to achieve a common goal.
• Demonstrated communication skills necessary to coordinate teammates and schedule repairs or maintenance.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace