Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role

As a Maintenance Technician at Atlas Tube at Zekelman Industries , Kansas City, MO , this role plays a critical part in ensuring the safe repair and rebuild of tube mill production equipment. Reporting to the supervisor, this position focuses on maximizing equipment quality, uptime, rate, and yield. This role is ideal for individuals with strong electrical aptitude, advanced troubleshooting skills, and the ability to diagnose and resolve both electrical and mechanical issues while maintaining strict adherence to safety procedures.

We are open to paying for relocation if you qualify for the role.

Shift: Third shift

Pay: DOE

What You’ll Do

Perform electrical maintenance on production equipment while following all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout protocols

Verify all guards and safety devices are properly installed and functional before returning equipment to operation

Monitor inventory levels of parts, equipment, and supplies; place orders and verify receipts as needed

Utilize manual and computerized maintenance management systems to track, inspect, and report equipment status

Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and schematics to diagnose and repair equipment and machinery

Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, and quality issues, escalating concerns when necessary

Perform breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and changeover tasks on production equipment

Must have work experience in working mechanically on hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, and PLC's

Identify and report safety, quality, operational, or output issues when unable to resolve independently

Observe mechanical devices in operation and use precision instruments to diagnose problems

Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools and equipment

Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with company policies and safety regulations

Operate powered industrial trucks, overhead cranes, and portable cranes as required

Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in problem-solving activities

Comply with OSHA safety standards, including hazard communication, lockout procedures, and ergonomic guidelines

Promote a culture of health and safety in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements

Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor

Who You Are

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, preferably in a maintenance role

High school diploma or equivalent, preferred; apprenticeship, journeyman training, military service, or equivalent mechanical or electrical training preferred

Proficiency with hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, such as, micrometers, calipers, and interpretation of technical drawings

Strong mechanical experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and PLCs

Ability to communicate effectively in English and perform basic math calculations

Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment

Ability to pass job-related testing, an employment physical, and a post-offer drug screen

Strong teamwork skills with a collaborative and results-oriented mindset

Physical Abilities

Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Stand or walk for extended periods throughout the work shift

Bend, twist, stoop, sit, kneel, crawl, and reach in all directions as required

Perform additional physical demands as necessary to support job duties

What You’ll Get

Atlas Tube at Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental coverage. In addition, employees have access to a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support long-term success:

Competitive compensation

Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance program

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee loyalty awards

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.