Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America's premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland- Cliffs has an immediate opportunity for a Maintenance Technician on Night Shift at the Detroit, MI location . The Maintenance Techni cian is responsibl e fo r the repair and maintenance of machinery and production equi pme n t .
Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified , and maintain cleanliness of the site.
Visually inspects and listens to machines and equipment to locate malfunctions.
Changes hose assemblies and conveyor belts
Removes and replaces worn or defective parts of the drive mechanism or hydraulic system.
Locates damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machines and install new pipes
Starts machines and equipment to test operation following repair
Perform cleaning duties related to yard and plant equipment and general housekeeping
Other duties as assigned.
Inspect, troubleshoot, repair & maintain all plant and yard equipment and machines
Torch cutting and welding
Minimum Qu alifications :
High School Diploma/GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
Minimum of one year of experience as a machine repair technician.
2 year trade school preferred.
Experience with mobile equipment repair preferred.
Basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Strong attention to detail .
Ability to work independently , self motivated and self-directed.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to follow oral and written communication.
A bility to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
Ability to endure physical and outdoor work on a daily basis .
Ability to lift u p to 50lbs.
Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
Must be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.
Pre-Employment background, physical , and hair drug screen required .
Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America . Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing . We offer an excellent total compensation package including top pay with variable compensation opportunities , health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance , paid time off , and more!