Job Description

**Position Summary

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The Steel Mill Mechanic is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and rebuilding mechanical equipment used in steel manufacturing operations. This position ensures the safe and efficient operation of machinery, including rolling mills, conveyors, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, gearboxes, pumps, cranes, and other production equipment. The mechanic works closely with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and maintain optimal equipment performance.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain steel mill production equipment and machinery.

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on mechanical systems.

• Diagnose equipment failures and determine corrective actions.

• Install, align, and adjust machinery components such as bearings, shafts, couplings, gears, and pumps.

• Repair and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.

• Perform welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication work as needed.

• Replace worn or defective machine parts and equipment components.

• Perform rigging and lifting operations using cranes, hoists, and other lifting devices.

• Conduct equipment inspections and document maintenance activities.

• Work closely with production personnel to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.

• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental requirements.

• Participate in emergency repairs and maintenance during outages and shutdowns.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

**Required Qualifications

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• High school diploma or GED required.

• Technical school, trade school, or apprenticeship training preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience, preferably in a steel mill, foundry, manufacturing plant, or heavy industrial environment.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, gear drives, conveyors, and rotating equipment.

• Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.

• Experience with welding and metal fabrication preferred.

• Knowledge of precision measurement tools and alignment techniques.

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex machinery.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance practices.

• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks.

• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.

**Physical Requirements

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• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, and work in confined spaces.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and heavier loads with assistance.

• Ability to work at heights and on elevated platforms.

• Ability to work in hot, dusty, noisy, and physically demanding industrial environments.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

**Work Environment

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• Heavy industrial steel manufacturing facility.

• Exposure to heat, moving machinery, vibration, dust, grease, and noise.

• May require rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call availability.

• Frequent interaction with production personnel and maintenance teams.

**Preferred Certifications

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• Millwright Certification

• Welding Certification

• Forklift Certification

• Overhead Crane Certification

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Training

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification

**Performance Expectations

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• Maintain equipment reliability and availability.

• Complete preventative maintenance tasks on schedule.

• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns.

• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving measures.

**Pay Range:

** Competitive and based on experience, certifications, and qualifications.

**Benefits:

** Health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, holidays, training opportunities, and overtime eligibility.