Maintenance Technician I - 2nd shift

Nucor Corporation

Town of Hartford (WI)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 70,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Profit-Sharing

401K with company match

Paid maternity & paternity leave

Paid time off

10 holidays + 1 personal day

Short-term disability

Zero-deductible medical & dental

Job summary

Rytec Corporation, a Nucor company, is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Hartford, WI. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and ongoing upkeep of manufacturing equipment and facility systems to maximize reliability and uptime.

The role supports plant operations, focusing on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with emphasis on safety and continuous improvements.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing.
Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to safely troubleshoot industrial electrical systems up to 480 VAC.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain equipment to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.
Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings to support maintenance work.
Document maintenance work orders in CMMS and coordinate with production teams.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

CMMS

Reading schematics

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Outlook

Microsoft Office

PLC programming (preferred)

Job description

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:

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 are defined every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Basic Job Functions

Rytec Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This position supports plant operations by maximizing equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and driving continuous improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and equipment performance.

Job Details

Division: Rytec Corporation

Location: Hartford, WI, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Basic Job Functions

Essential Functions

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems.
Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
Read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics, blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics, blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
Install, modify, and improve manufacturing equipment and systems.
Complete and document maintenance work orders within the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and performance.
Fabricate and modify equipment components using appropriate tools and equipment.
Coordinate maintenance activities with production teams and outside contractors as needed.
Maintain facility systems, including lighting, compressed air, plumbing, HVAC, and building infrastructure
Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, and other equipment as authorized
Maintain an organized work area and support 5S and housekeeping initiatives.
Respond to emergency maintenance needs and support after-hours maintenance activities when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to work 2nd shift hours Monday - Thursday 3:00pm - 1:30am. Willingness to train on 1st shift beofre switching to 2nd shift schedule.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Three (3) or more years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to safely troubleshoot and work on industrial electrical systems up to 480 VAC.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, CMMS software, and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Industrial Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
Five (5) or more years of industrial maintenance experience.
Experience programming, troubleshooting, and modifying PLCs and ladder logic.
Experience troubleshooting CNC equipment, laser cutting systems, press brakes, overhead cranes, and automated manufacturing equipment.
Experience coordinating equipment installations, maintenance, and repairs with outside contractors.
Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and scissor lifts.
Valid driver's license with willingness to travel to the Jackson, WI facility twice per month as needed.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Programming or automation experience is a plus.

Benefits

Rytec Corporation, a Nucor company, supports its teammates and is proud to offer industry-leading benefits to its teammates. Visit nucor.com/benefits to learn more. These benefits include, but are not limited to: Profit-Sharing Ten (10) percent of Nucor’s pre-tax earnings are contributed to the Profit-Sharing Plan annually and distributed to all eligible teammates. A large portion is deposited into your profit-sharing account, and a smaller portion is distributed in cash. Current 6-year average = 19.88% of your eligible earnings. Eligible earnings include regular pay, overtime, and bonus.