Maintenance Technician

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.

Maintenance Technician
Location: Kansas City, MO
Division: Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries

About the Role

As a Maintenance Technician at Zekelman Industries, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe repair and rebuild of tube mill production equipment. Your focus will be to maximize equipment quality, uptime, rate, and yield.
This role is perfect for someone with strong electrical aptitude, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to identify and resolve both electrical and mechanical issues while maintaining a strict commitment to safety.

Shift: 1st Shift – 6 AM to 2:30 PM
Pay: $30 to $40 per hour plus weekly Production Incentive Bonus

What You’ll Do

• Perform electrical maintenance on equipment while adhering to all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

• Ensure all guards and safety equipment are in place and functional before returning equipment to operation.

• Monitor inventory levels of parts, equipment, and supplies; place orders and verify receipts.

• Utilize manual and computerized maintenance management systems to track, inspect, and report equipment status.

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

• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, and quality issues, escalating concerns when necessary.

• Perform breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and changeover tasks on production equipment.

• Identify and report safety, quality, operational, or output issues when unable to correct independently.

• Observe mechanical devices in operation, using precision instruments to diagnose and resolve problems.

• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools and equipment.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by complying with all safety regulations and company procedures.

• Operate powered industrial trucks, overhead cranes, and portable cranes as required.

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

• Comply with OSHA safety standards, including hazard communication, lockout procedures, and ergonomic guidelines.

• Promote a culture of health and safety in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Who You Are

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, preferably in a maintenance role.

• Apprenticeship, journeyman training, military service, or equivalent mechanical/electrical training preferred.

• Proficiency in using hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, and interpreting technical drawings.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with electrical systems and PLCs.

• Effective communication skills in English, with the ability to perform basic math calculations.

• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

• Ability to pass job-related testing, an employment physical, and a drug screening.

• Strong teamwork skills with a willingness to collaborate and contribute to team success.

Physical Abilities

• Regularly lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds.

• Stands or walks for extended periods throughout the shift.

• Bends, twists, stoops, sits, kneels, crawls, and reaches in all directions as needed.

• Performs other physical demands as required for the position.

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 company match, loyalty awards, and much more:

• Competitive Compensation

• Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Paid Vacation & Holidays

• Employee Loyalty Awards

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Zekelman Industries is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recruit, employ, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.

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 company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.