Automation Technologist

LOCATION:* Posted on Apr 29, 2025

Empowering people who build the future.

This position operates on a continental rotating schedule

Are you a persistent person who takes on challenges and digs into details? Do you like writing PLC and HMI code, designing, and troubleshooting automation and electronic systems? Do you like working in a rugged, but exciting environment? The Automation Technologist will be responsible for troubleshooting electrical malfunctions and performing preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment. They will also document and implement changes to PLC programs, electrical schematics, AC/DC drives, HMI’s and various sensors/transducers.

ABOUT GERDAU:

Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America. Through its vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the Company serves a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes and fabricated steel to its customers throughout the US and Canada.

The Gerdau Whitby Steel Mill has been a part of the local community for over 60 years.

WHAT GERDAU OFFERS YOU:

+ Tiered Benefit Plan (Comprehensive Medical & Dental). + Health Care Spending Account, subject to level of benefit coverage selected. + Voluntary Optional Life Insurances available. + Corporate Discounts. + ComPsych Guidance Resources Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Other great perks include:

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

11. Ensure a clean and safe work environment.

WHAT YOU HAVE TO OFFER:

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com