Mill Electrical Technician: 24/7 Maintenance & Upgrades

Steel Dynamics, Inc; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel Dynamics, Inc. is seeking an electrical maintenance professional to perform repair and periodic maintenance on mill equipment. The role includes repairing electrical devices, implementing upgrades, coordinating cross-shift work, and mentoring technicians.

You will apply knowledge of high/low voltage systems, PLCs, and industrial networks to ensure reliability and productivity. Must be able to work varied shifts and on-call as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong math understanding (geometry, trigonometry).
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Electrical maintenance in an industrial setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electrical devices on the line.
• Identify, design, and implement changes/upgrades to increase productivity or reliability.
• Maintain continuity between shifts and inform the team on changes affecting operations.
• Coordinate and implement project work.
• Strong understanding of the TCOS Program.
• Understand industrial networks and communication protocols.
• Understand variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Work with high and low-voltage systems, motors, PLCs, and instrumentation.
• Available any time day or night to assist with mill issues.
• Teach and develop electrical technicians.
• Use PCs and common software/utilities effectively.

Skills

Teamwork

Electrical safety

Supervision-free work

Multi-tasking

Project management

Industrial networks

VFDs

High/Low voltage

PLC knowledge

Troubleshooting

PC proficiency

On-call availability

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Steel Dynamics, Inc. is seeking an electrical maintenance professional to perform repair and periodic maintenance on mill equipment. The role includes repairing electrical devices, implementing upgrades, coordinating cross-shift work, and mentoring technicians.

You will apply knowledge of high/low voltage systems, PLCs, and industrial networks to ensure reliability and productivity. Must be able to work varied shifts and on-call as needed.