Utility Person (New Hire)

U. S. Steel•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves performing a variety of tasks to support our operations, ensuring the efficient and safe handling of materials and equipment. The position will be responsible for multiple duties, contributing to the overall success of the production process. After brief on the job training, you will be expected to move into a Utility Technician position which includes operation of material handling equipment such as overhead and mobile cranes of various sizes and types, tractors, trucks, dozers, loaders, boom trucks, and feeders. Work is performed in an industrial environment, which may involve exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and hazardous materials. Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and is required at all times to ensure safety while performing job duties. Dependent upon the area, environmental conditions can be hot, cold, dirty, greasy, wet, and noisy. You may be required to work near molten metal.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Ability to work an industrial schedule, including overtime (rotating every 3 months or fixed 8-12 hour shift work, which will include Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays).
Can be asked to stay later into next shift if relief calls off.
MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ALL THREE SHIFTS.
Strong commitment to safety and adherence to safety procedures/guidelines at all times.
Capability to work with and around materials that may be hot, heavy, sharp, or involve hazardous chemicals.
Physical ability to perform manual labor and lift in excess of 25 lbs.
The position requires rotating 8-hour shift work, which will include Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
The position requires overtime work as needed.
Adherence to safety procedures/guidelines always.
Safety is our core value which requires you to wear safety protection such as hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, boots with metatarsal protection, and when necessary, respirator equipment.
The position requires punctuality, consistent attendance, and self-direction for the success of the operations.
Must pass a pre-employment digital assessment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in manufacturing, industrial, or construction settings.
Familiarity with operating forklifts or other small mobile equipment.
1 year of experience preferred

Responsibilities

Apply compound and protective plastic caps to threaded pipe to prevent damage during transportation and storage.
Measure pipes on manufacturing floor and accurately label pipes with identifying information to maintain proper inventory and tracking.
Safely operate small mobile equipment, such as forklifts, to transport materials within the facility.
Perform various tasks such as stacking wood for pipe rack storage, maintaining cleanliness and organization of the work area, and assisting with other duties as assigned.
Adhere to all safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. Report any safety hazards or incidents to the supervisor immediately.
Receive and deliver all parts and materials.
Organize and manage critical spare parts in warehousing area.
Ensure adequate PPE/ noncritical material levels are above safety stock amount.
Shipping out couplings and protectors to customers when needed.
Staging material for manufacturing lines to run.
Performs tasks that support various producing units using basic hand tools, pneumatic equipment, gauges, oxygen lances, power actuated tools, and torches.
Handles, transports, and processes product and materials.
Work with and around materials that may be hot, heavy, or sharp, and hazardous chemicals.
Ability to perform manual labor and lift more than 25 lbs.
Assists in inspecting and performing maintenance on equipment.
Work in various areas of the mill is required.
Operation of material handling equipment such as overhead and mobile cranes of various sizes and types, tractors, trucks, dozers, loaders, boom trucks, and feeders.