Maintenance Mechanic

About the Role

• Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs on equipment such as roller tables, gearboxes, descalers, coilers, shears, hydraulic systems, and other critical hot mill systems. • Troubleshoot mechanical failures and implement effective solutions with minimal downtime. • Conduct daily inspections and complete work orders and documentation with accuracy. • Execute preventative and predictive maintenance tasks per schedule. • Assist with equipment installations, rebuilds, and overhauls. • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment. • Participate in pre-job planning, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities. • Collaborate closely with operations, electrical, and engineering teams to maintain optimal mill performance. • Utilize CMMS systems to record maintenance activities, parts used, and equipment history. • Uphold and promote all safety policies, including PPE compliance, lockout/tagout procedures, and stop work authority.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸mechanical repair
• ▸troubleshooting
• ▸preventative maintenance
• ▸equipment installation
• ▸cmms logging
• ▸safety compliance

What You Bring

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times. • Minimum of 2 years mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment. • Proficiency with mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, drive systems, and alignment techniques. • Basic understanding of welding, cutting, and rigging. • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and schematics. • Ability to work safely in a physically demanding environment (lifting, climbing, standing for long periods). • Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. • Prior steel mill experience. • Technical certificate or associate degree in mechanical maintenance, industrial technology, or related field. • Proficiency using CMMS for maintenance tracking.

Requirements

• ▸hydraulics
• ▸pneumatics
• ▸cmms
• ▸mechanical drawings
• ▸safety leadership
• ▸technical certificate

Benefits

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve. Nucor supports its teammates with top‑tier benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance; 401(k) and Roth accounts; profit sharing; pay‑for‑performance bonuses; paid parental leave; tuition reimbursement; stock program; scholarships and more.

Work Environment

Onsite