Mechanic

Cleveland-Cliffs; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 38,572 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is seeking a 2nd shift Mechanic at Kee Container in Detroit, MI to maintain and repair trucks and heavy machinery. You will diagnose engines, brakes, hydraulics, and electrical systems, perform scheduled service, and drive vehicles for tests.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and experience as a diesel mechanic; CDL preferred. We offer competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, education assistance and PTO.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 18+ years old.
• Diesel mechanic experience preferred with hydraulic systems.
• Welding and torching experience preferred.
• Mechanic license or equivalent experience required.
• Good communication and ability to keep records.
• Willingness to work independently and on rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain trucks and yard machinery per schedules.
• Diagnose engines, brakes, suspensions, transmissions, and electrical systems.
• Perform air and electrical diagnostics and repairs.
• Drive trucks and trailers to test performance.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping on site.
• Order parts and respond to down trucks as needed.

Skills

Diesel mechanic experience

Hydraulic systems

Welding and torching

Mechanic license or equivalent

Good communication

Record-keeping

Independent work

Shift work readiness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Location: Detroit, MI

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America’s premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT has an immediate opportunity for a Mechanic on 2nd Shift at our Kee Container location. The Mechanic is responsible for the repairs and maintenance of trucks and heavy‑duty machinery.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the site.
• Performs repairs on engines, brakes, suspensions, transmissions, and electrical equipment on the site’s trucks and yard machinery.
• Air system diagnostics and repair.
• Electrical diagnostics and repairs.
• Inspect, lubricate and service equipment per company maintenance schedules.
• Change flat tires.
• Make service calls on down trucks and pick up parts from various dealerships as required.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues and make necessary repairs, adjustments, or replacements.
• Drive trucks and trailers to test their performance.
• Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have valid driver’s license, CDL preferred.
• Experience as a diesel mechanic and experience with hydraulic systems preferred.
• Experience welding and torching preferred.
• Mechanic license or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work independently, self‑motivated and self‑directed.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to follow oral and written communication.
• Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
• Ability to endure physical and outdoor work on a daily basis.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.
• Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.
• Pre‑Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required.

We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland‑Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

Cleveland‑Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug‑free workplace and conduct pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment.