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Ryerson Canada; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryerson Canada in Houston is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support plant equipment through mechanical and electrical systems, reading schematics, and contributing to preventive maintenance programs. You will work with eMaint CMMS, follow blueprints and service manuals, and collaborate with Operations to schedule repairs while ensuring accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, basic math and tool handling skills, and the willingness to learn in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to use hand tools for their intended purpose.
• Ability to perform basic algebra and unit conversions.
• Comfort navigating computer applications (email, web, calendar).
• Willingness to learn and seek guidance when unclear.
• Able to pass physical requirements exam for vision, hearing, mobility, and lifting.
• Able to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory of maintenance supplies, material, and equipment.
• Follows blueprints, diagrams, and service manuals to repair and maintain equipment under supervision of designated trainer.
• Learns the operation, repair, and maintenance of plant equipment.
• Assists in scheduling maintenance and works closely with operations leadership to schedule and accomplish equipment and facility repairs.
• Ensures correct and accurate documentation is maintained in accordance with requirements.
• Performs predictive and productive maintenance and machine repair under the supervision of the designated trainer.
• Assists in the day-to-day support of operations through troubleshooting, problem analysis, and review of equipment failures under the supervision of a designated trainer.

Skills

Hand tools

Basic math

Computer skills

Willingness to learn

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

eMaint system

Blueprints reading

Job description

Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician who is eager to develop their skills in understanding mechanical equipment, electrical systems, and interpreting schematics and blueprints. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work within the eMaint systems and contribute to the creation of manual parts lists.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory of maintenance supplies, material, and equipment
• Follows blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and service manuals to repair and maintain equipment under supervision of designated trainer
• Learns the operation, repair, and maintenance of plant equipment
• Assists in scheduling maintenance and works closely with operations leadership to schedule and accomplish equipment and facility repairs
• Ensures correct and accurate documentation is maintained in accordance with requirements
• Performs predictive and productive maintenance and machine repair under the supervision of the designated trainer.
• Assists in the day-to-day support of operations through troubleshooting, problem analysis, and review of equipment failures under the supervision of a designated trainer
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to successfully use hand tools for their intended purpose
• Ability to perform basic Algebra functions (addition, subtraction, fractions, decimals, conversions, and formulas)
• Ability to navigate on a computer to find information, enter information when prompted, print, search the web, use email, and manage a calendar, as necessary
• Must be willing to learn, admit when something is unclear, and ask for guidance
• Ability to pass physical requirements exam for vision, hearing, mobility, and lifting
• Ability to work assigned overtime, at times with short notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, and pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, or any other federal, state or local protected class or artificial barrier.