Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift - $5,000 sign on bonus

You may not know our name, but you know our products.  What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us.  Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

• Perform duties in accordance with company safety policies and regulatory agencies, ensure the safe and continuous operation of all machinery, and report unsafe condition
• Complete work assignments in a safe and timely manner.
• Ensure equipment is maintained mechanically and electrically, and in proper operating condition following all defined safety procedures and ensure that everyone working on the equipment is following these procedures, including LOTO & Arc Flash.
• Safely repair and rebuild production equipment to maximize quality, uptime, rate, and yield.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge maintenance/production processes, equipment, controls, and storeroom areas.
• Initiate troubleshooting techniques to solve quality, process, and maintenance related problems in all areas of the plant including but not limited to industrial electrical control systems, power systems, AC/DC electronic speed control devices, gearbox and mill rebuilds, high frequency welding and induction repair, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, crane repair, and high-speed warehousing and robotic systems.
• Bending and installing conduit and wiring for equipment installations.
• Troubleshoot conveyors, robots, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, motors, drives, and Programmable Logic Controls (PLC).
• Monitor, inspect, and complete reports on equipment using manual and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Assist other team members as needed and/or assigned.
• Communicate all equipment issues with maintenance management team utilizing the appropriate sources.
• Assist in new mechanical and electrical installations and upgrades of plant equipment.
• Interface with other maintenance teammates, production operators, supervisors, engineers or any other persons involved during equipment planned/unplanned maintenance or repairs.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s Degree, trade or technical school diploma and/or journeyman’s card in related trade
• 5 years of mechanical/electrical experience, metal rolling mill and induction heating systems preferred

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Mathematical Skills: Must have good math skills to be able to add, subtract, multiply, use decimals and fractions.
• Mechanical Aptitude/Reasoning Ability: Able to troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve issues with equipment operation;
• Communication Skills: Able to communicate in English for written and verbal communication, including the ability to listen and speak effectively to understand and communicate the needs of customers and coworkers. Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills to look up work orders and interact with programs to obtain key work order requirements.
• Previous experience with measuring devices (tape measures, micrometers, calipers etc.) preferred
• Must be prepared to work overtime and odd hours to accomplish the necessary tasks whenever an emergency that threatens production or safety arises.
• Detail oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to properly use required hand tools, power tools, hoists, cranes, alignment equipment, measuring devices and testing equipment
• Ability to utilize catalogs and vendor contacts to research and requisition parts and materials as needed.
• Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule is an essential function of this role.

PHYSICIAL DEMANDS:

• The information below outlines the aggregated physical demands of all positions within the Wheatland Tube- Birmingham Facility. All shop floor job positions and tasks were considered to determine and objectively quantify the physical and cognitive demands that each Birmingham teammate requires to successfully carry out their duties and responsibilities.
• In addition to physical capabilities, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and required equipment that may require to be operated is also included. These factors should be considered when determining physical capabilities as well as cognitive competence.

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low cost, high quality medical and dental benefits.  In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting and much more. 

M/F/D/V 

We are Zekelman Industries. 

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products and provide outstanding service for our valued customers. 

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers. 

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.  In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.

Zekelman is an Equal Opportunity Employer compliant with all Ontario law & Human Rights Code in providing accommodation to persons with disabilities and to ensuring an accessible environment. Zekelman will accommodate persons with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and persons with disabilities will be accommodated on hiring and during employment. Should you require accommodation, please do not hesitate to request it.