Maintenance Technician (Weekend Shift / Fri-Sun 6:00AM-6:30PM)

About the Company

SC Steel, LLC was established January 2, 2018, as a subsidiary of FabSouth and acquired the assets of SMI-Owen Steel Company, Inc. on April 1, 2018. SMI-Owen Steel Company had owned the business since 1994 when they acquired it from South Carolina Steel Company. The Upstate South Carolina facility has been in operation at this location since 1952.

PURPOSE / MISSION (ROLE):

To support production by maintaining machinery, buildings, and mechanical equipment in a safe and efficient manner

This position will train on Day Shift (Monday-Thursday / 6:00AM-4:30PM) and move to Weekend Shift (Friday-Sunday / 6:00AM-6:30PM).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Takes charge of his as well as other employee’s safety.
• Maintains machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION / TRAINING:

High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of three years of in-trade industrial skilled maintenance experience required.
• Must possess a strong focus on Safety and demonstrate prior safety knowledge.
• Previous experience with hydraulic systems preferred
• Previous experience and training with overhead cranes preferred
• Intermediate electrical knowledge preferred.
• Experience with welding, cutting, fabrication and equipment maintenance required.

SKILLS:

• Ability to deal with uncertainty and work under minimal supervision required.
• Must have good communication skills and basic math skills.
• Must possess experience working with power tools.
• Ability to multitask and manage time required.
• Must meet SC Steels attendance standards.
• Ability to interact with coworkers and customers in a positive manner required.
• Ability to follow directions and work rules and accept constructive feedback required.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary outside of normally scheduled shift with little or no advance notification required, including weekends and holidays.
• Self starter – able to work alone and in groups to accomplish goals.
• Ability to interpret data to come to conclusions when all of the information is not available.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SC Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.