Shredder Maintenance Technician

UNAVAILABLE; Dayton (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly bonus

Paid vacation time

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Medical, dental, vision insurance

HSA with company contribution

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Annual stock awards

Stock purchase plan with 15% company配

Tuition reimbursement

Dependent scholarships

Discount database

Supplied uniforms

Job summary

OmniSource is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to inspect, repair, and maintain shredding equipment and related systems. The role focuses on the auto shredder operation and requires strong mechanical, electrical, and welding skills.

Candidates should have substantial experience with industrial machinery, hydraulics, and PLCs, and be able to work safely around heavy equipment. This position offers a hands-on environment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Proficient in schematics, hydraulics and pneumatic diagrams, blueprints, welding and fabrication.
• Able to analyze issues, troubleshoot malfunctions and find effective solutions.
• Experience maintaining industrial machinery, preferably shredders or heavy equipment.
• Capable of operating maintenance vehicles and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Experience with three‑phase and single‑phase electrical repairs.
• Capability to perform general electrical repairs.
• Ability to perform basic welding and fabrication to repair components.
• Able to arc weld with stick and MIG processes.
• Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic and mechanical repairs without direct supervision.
• Working understanding of programmable logic controllers.
• Thorough equipment inspection to identify potential problems before issues arise.
• Commit to safety practices and follow safety regulations around heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Regularly inspect shredder components like hammers, grates and liners for wear and tear.
• Lubricate moving parts, check hydraulic systems and perform scheduled maintenance.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and react to emergencies.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, replace worn parts and repair leaks to minimize downtime.
• Assist with installation of utilities and equipment.
• Adhere to safety protocols and use PPE, following lockout/tagout procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

schematics

hydraulics

pneumatic diagrams

mechanical blueprints

welding

fabrication

troubleshooting

maintenance vehicle operation

3-phase electrical repairs

arc welding (stick/mig)

PLC fundamentals

safety compliance

Tools

Welding equipment

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Subsidiary

OmniSource

Overview

An Omni Maintenance Technician is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining machinery, equipment and systems to ensure efficient operation. This specific position will work primarily on the auto shredder operation.

Responsibilities

• Regularly inspect shredder components like hammers, grates and liners for wear and tear, lubricate moving parts, check hydraulic systems.
• Perform scheduled maintenance tasks according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• React to emergency breakdowns.
• Diagnose mechanical issues with the shredder, identify faulty components, replace worn parts, repair hydraulic leaks, and address malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Assist with installation of utilities and equipment.
• Adhere to all safety protocols when working around the shredder, including the use of proper personal protective equipment and follow lockout/tagout procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proficient in comprehending schematics, hydraulics, and pneumatic diagrams, mechanical blueprints, welding, and fabricating skills.
• Ability to analyze issues, troubleshoot malfunctions, and find effective solutions.
• Prior experience maintaining industrial machinery, preferably shredders or similar heavy-duty equipment.
• Must be able to operate maintenance vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Experience in three phase and single phase electrical repairs.
• Must be able to perform general electrical repairs.
• Ability to perform basic welding and fabrication tasks to repair components as needed.
• Must be able to arc weld with stick and mig abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical repairs without direct supervision.
• Must have working understanding of programmable logistic controllers.
• Ability to thoroughly inspect equipment and identify potential problems before they become major issues.
• Commit to safety practices and follow safety regulations related to operating heavy machinery.

Preferred:

• 3-5 years industrial maintenance experience.

Wage:

• Up to $23.00 base per hour

Benefits:

• Paid weekly bonus
• Paid vacation time
• 10 paid holidays
• Company paid and supplemental life insurance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual company contribution
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit sharing
• Annual stock awards
• Stock purchase plan with 15% company match
• Employee tuition reimbursement
• Dependent scholarships
• Comprehensive employee discount database
• Supplied uniforms

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.

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