Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician 3rd - Zekelman Industries

Do you want to work for a stable, growing organization that reaches back more than 130 years?  Our steel tube and pipe products have helped build landmarks and buildings in North America; Come build your career at Zekelman Industries! 

Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician for our facility located in Rochelle, IL. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this position is responsible for the safe repair and rebuild of production equipment and support systems to maximize quality, up time, rate, and yield. This position requires a high aptitude regarding electrical ability, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve electrical/mechanical issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform maintenance in all areas of the Plant including industrial electrical control systems, power systems, AC and DC electronic speed control drives, gearbox and mill rebuilds, annealing furnace repair, mechanical trouble shooting and crane repair.
• Trouble shooting of Programmable Logic Controls, motors, drives and relays.
• Perform Preventive & Predictive maintenance on mechanical electrical equipment which includes ordering electrical parts per specifications.
• Adhere to safe work practices in accordance with OSHA and Company safety policies & procedures such as LOTO & Arc Flash.
• Prepare various reports.
• Other duties as assigned by Management.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ direct related work experience.
• Degree or Certificate in related field preferred.
• Prior tube manufacturing experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently, and/or in a team environment.
• Detailed orientated, able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and available to work rotating shifts including weekend and OT.
• Display a positive attitude towards your work and maintain positive working relationship with others.
• Mechanical aptitude necessary for fulfillment of job requirements.
• Must be able to interface with computers and efficient at problem solving.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite Applications.
• Ability to pass hair follicle drug/physical/background check.
• Legally authorized to work in the US.
• Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule is an essential function of this role.
• Lead and promote health and safety work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
• Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for several hours.
• Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule is an essential function of this role.
• Ability to lift, climb, bend, stoop, push and pull.
• Must be able to lift 60lbs.
• Must be able to stand for 10-12 hours.
• Ability to perform work in a plant/manufacturing environment.
• Other physical requirements as needed for job.

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.

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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.