Mechanic

AK Steel Corporation; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) in Detroit, MI, is seeking a Mechanic to repair and maintain trucks and heavy equipment at Kee Container and Romulus locations. The role emphasizes safety, PPE, and reliable, hands-on maintenance.

You will diagnose and repair engines, brakes, suspensions, transmissions, and electrical systems; service air and electrical diagnostics; change tires; test vehicles; and perform general housekeeping.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.
• Experience as a diesel mechanic; hydraulic systems experience preferred.
• Welding and torching experience preferred.
• Pre-employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain engines, brakes, suspensions, transmissions, and electrical systems on trucks and yard machinery.
• Conduct air system diagnostics and repair; perform electrical diagnostics and repairs.
• Inspect, lubricate, and service equipment per maintenance schedules; change flat tires.
• Make service calls on down trucks and procure parts as needed; test vehicles after repairs.

Skills

Diesel mechanic

Hydraulic systems

Welding experience

CDL preferred

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or 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 is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs and has an immediate opportunity for a Mechanic at our Kee Container and Romulus locations. 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.
• Conduct air system diagnostics and repair, as well as 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.

Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. 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 an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.