Lead Maintenance Technician

Lead Maintenance Technician

Location:

Dayton, OH or Piqua, OHStatus:
Full-Time Classification:
Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Vice President of Operations / Production Leadership Team Position Summary Scott Steel is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee the maintenance, repair, and reliability of equipment and facility systems across our manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for troubleshooting equipment issues, performing preventative maintenance, coordinating repairs, and helping ensure our production operations run safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate is a technical problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment and enjoys leading by example.

What You'll Do Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment

Maintain and repair slitting equipment, conveyors, forklifts, overhead cranes, and related manufacturing machinery

Coordinate maintenance priorities to minimize downtime and production interruptions

Support equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements

Maintain maintenance records, work orders, and preventative maintenance schedules

Assist with facility maintenance, including building systems and infrastructure

Manage spare parts inventory and maintenance supply needs

Coordinate with outside vendors and service providers when necessary

Ensure compliance with company safety policies and Lockout/Tagout procedures

Train and mentor employees on proper equipment operation and equipment care Respond to urgent equipment breakdowns and maintenance emergencies as needed

Qualifications Required High  School Diploma or GED Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience

Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills

Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Ability to read equipment manuals, blueprints, and technical schematics

Experience using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and diagnostic instruments

Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple maintenance projects

Strong safety mindset and commitment to quality workmanship

Preferred

Experience in steel processing, manufacturing, metal fabrication, or industrial production environments

Welding and fabrication experiencePLC troubleshooting experience

Forklift and overhead crane maintenance experience

Vocational, technical, or trade school certification OSHA or maintenance-related certifications

Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work throughout a manufacturing facility

Ability to safely lift up to 75 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds frequently

Ability to work in varying temperatures and industrial conditions

Ability to access elevated work areas and safely perform maintenance activities

Working Conditions This position operates in a manufacturing environment and is regularly exposed to:

Production equipment and moving machinery

Forklifts and overhead cranes

Moderate to high noise levels

Hot and cold temperatures

Dust and industrial manufacturing conditions

Required PPE includes safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear.

Why Join Scott Steel?

Competitive pay based on experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Stable, growing manufacturing environment

Opportunity to make an immediate impact on operations and reliability

Apply Today If you enjoy solving problems, working with industrial equipment, and taking ownership of maintenance operations, we'd like to hear from you.

Scott Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.