Maintenance Technician - Mech (New Hire)

U. S. Steel•Mountain Iron, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

U. S. Steel's Minnesota Ore Operations includes two iron ore mines in Northern Minnesota. The Minntac Facility has an exciting vacancy for a Maintenance Technician – Mechanical position. The Maintenance Technician Mechanical job is a core component for our maintenance force and requires a trained and experienced individual to contribute to our success as one of the world’s largest steel producers. The Maintenance Technician Mechanical performs mechanical maintenance functions necessary to maintain operating and service equipment using standard and specialized tools and mobile equipment, such as pendant and overhead cranes and forklifts as required. As a Maintenance Technician Mechanical, you will install, maintain, repair, and operate a broad range of mechanical systems and equipment in a heavy industrial environment to maintain continuous operations.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year manufacturing and/or industrial experience (including relevant experience gained in military service) or equivalent education.
Experience in any of the following: hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, power transmission systems, welding, pipe-fitting, structural repair, and diesel mechanic.
High School Diploma or GED
Must pass assessment test(s)
Adherence to safety procedures/guidelines at all times.
Punctuality, consistent attendance and self-direction for the success of the operations.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a broad range of mechanical systems and equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, power transmission systems, conveyors, cranes, and mobile equipment.
Provide assistance in operating functions as necessary.
Possibly work at heights and/or in confined spaces.
Work independently with minimal supervision or collaboratively with other maintenance technicians.
Operate in various areas of the plant, facing diverse environmental conditions which can be hot, cold, dirty, greasy, wet, and noisy, depending on the area.