Mill Reliability Mechanic, Steel Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

Keep the mill moving. Keep people safe.

Step into a role where your craftsmanship keeps an entire steelmaking operation humming. At Gerdau, your work safeguards teammates and sustains production across a global network shaping automotive, energy, construction, agriculture, and more.

First year earnings of $116,000/year to $125,000/year DOE which includes hourly pay, bi-weekly production bonus, shift premiums, and 354 hours of scheduled annual overtime.

We are a global steel leader transforming more than 11 million tons of recycled scrap annually into world-class products that meet rigorous international standards. Our mission is simple and bold: deliver top-quality steel that powers critical industries worldwide.

You arrive for a rotating shift, join a quick safety huddle, and plan the day’s priorities. Moments later, you’re at a mill stand tracing a vibration to a gearbox issue. You lock out, tear down, replace components, and bring the line back up. After lunch, you perform preventive maintenance on a bank of pumps—inspect, clean, lubricate, and adjust feed, speed, and power—and close the day by documenting work and flagging a potential environmental hazard you spotted along the way.

• Diagnose malfunctions by starting, observing, and safely operating equipment to confirm issues and determine repair vs. replace.
• Dismantle, repair, lubricate, reassemble, and conduct general maintenance across varied mill equipment and tools.
• Execute preventive maintenance: inspect, clean, lubricate, and adjust feed, speed, and power input/output.
• Tear down, replace, install, and assemble parts, components, and accessories to OEM standards.
• Detect and report faulty material, environmental hazards, and improper equipment operation.

• Successful completion of the Ramsey Mechanical Maintenance Test.
• 3–5 years of heavy machinery maintenance in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge of AC/DC motors, gearbox mechanics, lubrication principles, welding, cutting torch, NFPA 70E, and common maintenance tools.
• Knowledge of pumps, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, stick and TIG welding, and rigging principles.
• Communication skills to collaborate with supervisors, engineers, maintenance, and production operators.
• Ability to work a rotating schedule covering days, nights, and two consecutive weekends per month (Dupont 4/3 schedule).

• Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Pneumatics troubleshooting
• Maintenance, repair, and installation
• Hydraulic systems and components
• Mechanical systems and component repair
• Equipment diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Machine safety inspections

• TIG and stick welders
• Industrial controls (Allen Bradley, ABB, Siemens)
• Power tools, measurement gauges, calipers, and micrometers
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• PLC and HMI systems (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Servo motors

• Comprehensive benefits from day one: medical, prescription, dental, and vision.
• Financial security: 100% 401(k) match up to 6%, life/accidental death insurance, short- and long-term disability.
• Bonuses: biweekly production bonuses.
• Work-life support: paid parental leave, health advocate services, and an employee assistance program.
• Learning and advancement: tuition reimbursement and a robust career path system.

• Impactful work: your skill keeps mills operational and teammates safe.
• Global reach: your craftsmanship travels the world through our products.
• Career growth: mentorship, training, and clear progression.
• Inclusive culture: collaboration, innovation, and professional growth are core.

Ready to elevate your career? Apply now and be part of our steel legacy.