Maintenance Technician

T&B is a place where you can start your career or advance your career
. At T&B you:

• Are more than a number
• Make an impact
• Are appreciated & rewarded for your efforts
• Have opportunities to grow & develop both professionally and financially

Located just a short drive away from Chicago, offering benefits such as tuition reimbursement, and providing a community-like work atmosphere, T&B Tube is looking to grow our team!

Position: Maintenance Technician

Location: Gary, IN

Job :130

# of Openings:1

Now Hiring: T&B Tube Maintenance Technician

We're looking for a hands‑on, safety-minded Maintenance Technician who takes pride in solving mechanical and electrical problems and keeping equipment operating at its best.

Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.

Serious candidates are required to complete the following assessment

• Embraces the 1 T.E.A.M. culture
• Wear all proper protective equipment as required in work and in accordance with Safety Policy and OSHA standards.
• Maintain a safe and healthful work environment by practicing safe work habits, good housekeeping procedures and adhering to safety guidelines.
• 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, and straightedges.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Ability to use computers, read tape measures, micrometers and calipers
• Dependability in attendance, work completion, and flexibility to meet business needs
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Ability to work outside normal business hours/days as needed
• Able to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the company
• 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 interviewing operators, answering questions and requests.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Industry knowledge and experience, a plus

• The noise level in the work environment is usually medium to high.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills associated with the position.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

"I joined the T & B Family in 2010 as a Temporary Employee with little warehouse experience. I started as a Material Handler and after 3 months started training on a Cold Saw."

"From there I was trained on several machines and now hold a position as Recut Supervisor."

"I was able to purchase my first house and raise 4 kids working with T&B Tube. The Opportunities with the Company are Limitless."

Meet Sergio!

Time at T&B:6 years

Starting role
- Material Handler

Current role
- Machine Operator

"T&B Tube has provided me with excellent…