Maintenance Technician - Weekend AM

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role As a Maintenance Technician at Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe repair, maintenance, and rebuild of tube mill production equipment. This position is responsible for maximizing equipment reliability, uptime, and performance while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality.

You will collaborate with maintenance and production teams to troubleshoot issues, perform repairs, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This is a full-time, onsite role located in [Location].This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with strong electrical and mechanical aptitude who thrives in a fast-paced, safety-focused manufacturing environment.

What You’ll DoPerform electrical maintenance on production equipment while following all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).Ensure all guards and safety devices are in place and functioning before returning equipment to operation.

Monitor inventory levels of maintenance parts and supplies and coordinate ordering and receipt verification.

Utilize maintenance management systems to track, inspect, and report on equipment performance and repairs.

Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and manuals to diagnose and repair equipment.

Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, and quality issues and escalate concerns as needed.

Perform breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and equipment changeovers.

Observe equipment operation using precision tools to identify and resolve performance issues.

Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools and equipment as needed.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with company and OSHA safety standards.

Operate powered industrial equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes, and portable cranes.

Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to problem-solving efforts.

Identify and report safety, quality, or operational issues that cannot be resolved independently.

Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are5+ years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, preferably in a maintenance role.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; apprenticeship, journeyman training, military service, or related technical training preferred.

Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, including familiarity with PLCs.Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

Basic math skills and effective communication abilities.

Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.

Ability to pass job-related testing, physical requirements, and drug screening.

Ability to maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance.

What You’ll Get Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous…