Mechanic Standard

CF&I Steel, L.P.; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 40,641 - 57,883; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Bonus opportunities

Medical, dental, and prescription coverage

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CF&I Steel, L.P. in Pueblo, Colorado, is looking for a Mechanic to oversee, service, and repair mobile equipment. Key responsibilities include maintaining equipment, performing welding operations, and ensuring safety procedures are followed.

The ideal candidate has completed a Mechanic Apprenticeship, has 1–3 years of relevant experience, and possesses excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $35.76 plus benefits such as health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Completion of or equivalence to a Mechanic Apprenticeship.
• 1–3 years of experience in heavy industry, manufacturing, or mining.
• Proficiency in manipulating numbers and measuring.
• Self-starter ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul, service, and repair mobile equipment.
• Perform cutting and welding operations.
• Maintain job records for each piece of equipment.
• Observe all safety rules and keep work area clean.
• Provide direction and instruction to trainees.

Skills

Heavy industry experience

Machinery operation

Interpersonal communication

Physical ability for heavy lifting

Self-starter

Education

Mechanic Apprenticeship

Valid Colorado driver’s license

Tools

Hand tools

Welding equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Mechanic – Maintenance Team

CF&I Steel, L.P., located in Pueblo, Colorado, seeks a Mechanic to oversee, service, and repair mobile equipment. The role reports to the Maintenance Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul, service, and repair mobile equipment in a safe manner.
• Perform service, cutting and welding operations.
• Overhaul engines, transmissions, and differentials.
• Operate most mobile equipment.
• Maintain job records for each piece of equipment.
• Use hand and pneumatic tools, steam cleaner, jacks, hoists, hydraulic press, torches, welders, forklifts, boom crane, trucks, travel lifts, straddle carriers, crimping machine, diagnostic equipment, oils, lubricants, gaskets, and necessary safety equipment.
• Observe all safety rules and LOTO procedures; keep work area and equipment clean and orderly.
• Perform routine maintenance and assist other maintenance personnel.
• Provide direction and instruction to trainees in the program.
• Work both inside and outside environmental conditions exposed to elevated noise levels, vibrations, extreme cold and heat; close proximity to moving parts and vehicles; exposure to high heat, hot surfaces, chemicals, grease and oils; use respirator as conditions require.

Qualifications

• Completion of or equivalence to a Mechanic Apprenticeship.
• 1–3 years of experience in heavy industry, manufacturing, or mining; experience with machinery, equipment operation, or a closely related field preferred.
• Proficient in manipulating numbers, quantities, shapes, and spaces; able to take precise measurements and calculate necessary dimensions.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Self‑starter ability to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Physical ability to climb, walk, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, make repetitive motions, hear, and occasionally exert forces up to 100 pounds.
• Must demonstrate proficiency through testing.
• Must obtain and maintain OSHA10 and equipment certifications as required.

Physical Demands

Work in environments exposed to noise, vibrations, extreme temperatures, high heat, hot surfaces, chemicals, grease, and oils; use respiratory protection as conditions require.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $35.76 plus shift differential.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage with minimal employee cost.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability programs.
• Competitive retirement plans.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Employer‑provided and voluntary life insurance options.
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays.
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e‑mail [e-mail] or call (312)533‑3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.