Melt Shop Shift Mechanic, BRS

U. S. Steel is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and celebrate the diversity of our employees. Objective of the Job: This is an industrial maintenance position responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting a wide range of equipment in the Melt Shop area of the Big River Steel facility.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Ensure Safety, Environmental, Quality requirements and “where applicable” Responsible. Steel requirements are followed.
2. Ensure good housekeeping practices are carried out in job areas and grounds
3. Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and find irregularities and malfunctions
4. Troubleshoot, perform preventative maintenance, and repair complex mechanical equipment
5. Install and/or modify mechanical equipment following proper codes, manuals, schematic diagrams, and other specifications
6. Assist operational personnel as needed for operational tasks that are needed to successfully support production
7. Ensure proficiency by using precision measuring devices (feeler gages, dial indicators, calipers…)
8. Work collectively with contractors
9. Assist maintenance teams in need, in other departments across the mill, when circumstances arise
10. Work directly with all electrical and operations personnel in a fast paced environment to help develop a safety focused and productive team
11. Support maintenance teammates to help maintain a positive and efficient work environment focused on safety and reliability Qualifications:
12. Ability to use mechanical ingenuity and make decisions in a fast-paced production environment in a safe and efficient manner
13. Adaptability to accept changes in job duties and eagerness to learn and apply new knowledge
14. Reliable team player with good communication skills
15. Highly motivated, self-directed, and willing to put in extra hours when needed
16. Demonstrated proficiency using precision measuring instruments
17. Working knowledge of industrial hydraulics and power transmission systems
18. Experience in reading mechanical blueprints, as well as hydraulic and pneumatic schematics
19. Ability to weld (stick, mig and tig -preferred), use cutting torches and the use of overhead cranes is a plus
20. Knowledgeable and efficient in the use of the proper rigging equipment, includes critical lifts
21. Experienced with mobile equipment (Rough Terrain, Man Lift, Forklift, Carry Deck or Broaderson)
22. Basic computer skills required; use of Microsoft Office is a plus
23. Efficient in the Metric Measuring System is a plus
24. High School diploma or equivalent
25. Technical certificate in Steel or Industrial Technology or closely related field is a plus
26. Minimum 2 years of work experience as an industrial mechanic Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Environment is typical for a steel mill production area, with extreme temperatures, high noise levels, and dusty/greasy areas. Physically demanding work will be required in the production environment. Typical work hours are 12-hour shifts, which rotate days and nights. This results in working some weekends/holidays and overtime. Supervisory Responsibility: This position does not supervise others.