Maintenance Technician

Cleveland-Cliffs•Pontiac, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America’s premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opportunity for a Maintenance Technician at the Pontiac, MI location. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the repair and maintenance of machinery and production equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
Minimum of one year of experience as a machine repair technician.
Basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently, self motivated and self-directed.
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to follow oral and written communication
Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects
Ability to endure physical and outdoor work on a daily basis.
Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
Work cooperatively with other employees and the public
Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.

Nice To Haves

2 year trade school preferred
Experience with mobile equipment repair preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the site.
Visually inspects and listens to machines and equipment to locate malfunctions.
Changes hose assemblies and conveyor belts
Removes and replaces worn or defective parts of the drive mechanism or hydraulic system.
Locates damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machines and install new pipes
Starts machines and equipment to test operation following repair
Perform cleaning duties related to yard and plant equipment and general housekeeping
Inspect, troubleshoot, repair & maintain all plant and yard equipment and machines
Torch cutting and welding
Other duties as assigned.