Shredder Maintenance Technician

Division: OmniSource Overview:

An Omni Maintenance Technician is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining machinery, equipment and systems to ensure efficient operation. This specific position will work primarily on the auto shredder operation.

Responsibilities:

- Regularly inspect shredder components like hammers, grates and liners for wear and tear, lubricate moving parts, check hydraulic systems.

- Perform scheduled maintenance tasks according to manufacturer guidelines.

- Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.

- React to emergency breakdowns.

- Diagnose mechanical issues with the shredder, identify faulty components, replace worn parts, repair hydraulic leaks, and address malfunctions to minimize downtime.

- Assist with installation of utilities and equipment.

- Adhere to all safety protocols when working around the shredder, including the use of proper personal protective equipment and follow lockout/tagout procedures.

- All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Proficient in comprehending schematics, hydraulics, and pneumatic diagrams, mechanical blueprints, welding, and fabricating skills.

- Ability to analyze issues, troubleshoot malfunctions, and find effective solutions.

- Prior experience maintaining industrial machinery, preferably shredders or similar heavy-duty equipment.

- Must be able to operate maintenance vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

- Experience in three phase and single phase electrical repairs.

- Must be able to perform general electrical repairs.

- Ability to perform basic welding and fabrication tasks to repair components as needed.

- Must be able to arc weld with stick and mig abilities.

- Ability to troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical repairs without direct supervision.

- Must have working understanding of programmable logistic controllers.

- Ability to thoroughly inspect equipment and identify potential problems before they become major issues.

- Commit to safety practices and follow safety regulations related to operating heavy machinery.

Preferred:

- 3-5 years industrial maintenance experience.

Wage:

- Up to $23.00 base per hour

Benefits:

- Paid weekly bonus

- Paid vacation time

- 10 paid holidays

- Company paid and supplemental life insurance

- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance

- Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual company contribution

- 401(k) with company match

- Profit sharing

- Annual stock awards

- Stock purchase plan with 15% company match

- Employee tuition reimbursement

- Dependent scholarships

- Comprehensive employee discount database

- Supplied uniforms

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.