Maintenance Technician

Precision Steel Services is a leading steel supplier in the Midwest since 1974. We invest in our people and support a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. The Industrial Machine Maintenance Technician maintains and repairs industrial manufacturing equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation and minimal downtime. Core Responsibilities Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial machines and facility equipment. Install, rebuild, modify, and support production machinery under maintenance leadership direction. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Support maintenance needs for forklifts, overhead cranes, mills, grinders, lathes, and related equipment. Use basic machining skills to fabricate/modify components as needed. Use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and material handling devices safely and effectively. Inspection, Diagnostics & Reliability Conduct routine inspections to identify wear, damage, or unsafe conditions. Diagnose root causes of failures and recommend corrective actions. Identify repeat issues and contribute to reliability improvements. Document maintenance work, inspections, and repairs per company requirements. Safety & Work Practices Follow all safety, health, quality, and environmental policies. Perform work using proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and energy isolation procedures. Use required PPE and maintain an organized work area. Report unsafe conditions, hazards, and near misses immediately. Team Communication & Support Communicate equipment status, timelines, and safety concerns to production and leadership. Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime. Respond to urgent/emergency maintenance needs as required. Training & Development Participate in ongoing training related to equipment, safety, and best practices. Assist in training/mentoring less experienced team members as requested. Other Duties Perform other duties as assigned to support plant operations. Benefits Direct Hire PTO accrual begins at time of hire Overtime Opportunities Comprehensive Benefits Package Free Life Insurance Policy 401(k) with Company Match and Profit Sharing Performance and Attendance Bonuses Growth and Advancement Opportunities Skill Development and Cross-Training