Lead Technician

ArcelorMittal•Portland, TX

24d

About The Position

The Lead Technician supports day-to-day shift operations through hands-on technical and operational work while providing on-shift coordination and technical guidance. This role serves as a working lead and on shift point of contact to support operational continuity, safety, and efficiency, while remaining actively engaged in operational and maintenance activities while on shift.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of industrial operations, equipment, and safe work practices in a production or maintenance environment
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in production, operations, maintenance, or related technical roles within an industrial setting
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues
Experience operating heavy equipment such as cranes, excavators, skid steers, dozers, manlifts, or similar equipment, as applicable to the site
Experience providing on-the-job guidance, coordination, or task support to coworkers in a shift-based environment
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and basic reporting tools
Ability to complete operational logs, work orders, incident documentation, and other written records accurately
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, to support safe operations, clear shift handovers, and accurate documentation
Ability to walk long distances and stand for extended periods, and to work in challenging environmental conditions including high temperatures, humidity, noise, dust, and elevated work areas (up to 500 feet), as required by the role

Responsibilities

Perform hands-on technical, operational, and maintenance work
Support coordination and prioritization of daily work activities based on operational needs and established plans
Serve as an on-shift technical resource to assist with issue identification, troubleshooting, and real-time problem resolution
Complete daily rounds, equipment checks, and operational logs using approved round sheets, ensuring all entries are accurate, complete, and submitted on time in accordance with compliance requirements
Perform assigned preventive maintenance (PM) tasks in accordance with established schedules and procedures
Perform daily maintenance work orders and record all labor time in SAP, ensuring thorough documentation of maintenance activities, equipment status, work‑order completion, and corrective actions in accordance with established procedures
Identify equipment, process, or safety issues and communicate findings through established escalation channels, including email and Microsoft Teams, as appropriate
Verify assigned work is completed in compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards
Provide on-the-floor clarification of standard operating procedures and job expectations as needed
Support shift changeovers by communicating equipment status, ongoing work, and unresolved issues
Assist with training and onboarding of new team members through hands-on instruction and job shadowing
Maintain housekeeping standards and reinforce safe work practices throughout the shift
Perform mandatory shop floor audits to identify hazards and non-compliances and document findings in required EHS system.
Document maintenance activities, issues, and corrective actions in required systems
Complete incident investigations and related documentation in the EHS system as assigned
Review operational, maintenance, and safety information to identify trends and share observations
Evaluate samples or perform process checks as required to support quality and operational performance
Monitor and respond to email and Microsoft Teams communications during assigned shifts to ensure timely awareness of operational issues, priorities, and updates
Post shift activities, updates, and key information in Microsoft Teams to support cross-shift communication and continuity
Maintain required certifications, training, and knowledge qualifications
Know, understand, and follow all Safety and Environmental (EHS) policies, procedures, and requirements
Perform other duties as assigned to support shift operations