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Company Description

BlueScope Recycling is a full-service, ferrous scrap metal recycler with processing facilities in Waterloo, IN, Delta, OH, and Mansfield, OH. BlueScope Recycling buys scrap from industrial generators, wholesale suppliers, and the general public, focusing on delivering the highest level of service.

Summary: The Maintenance Technician II is a versatile maintenance technician who works under moderate supervision and has attained proficiency in a specific discipline, with wellrounded experience in basic electrical troubleshooting, and is familiar with 120-volt systems. The role supports operations by maintaining and servicing plant infrastructure and mobile equipment in the scrap yard.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and routine mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs on plant and mobile equipment.
• Inspect, maintain, replace, and align bearings, rollers, belts, pulleys, and related components on conveyor systems and processing equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial equipment including loaders, shears, grapples, skid steers, forklifts, tractor/trailers, shredders, conveyors, hydraulic systems, and PLCcontrolled equipment.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and repair, including reading electrical meters, testing voltage, continuity, and amperage on 120volt systems.
• Conduct periodic safety and maintenance inspections to identify wear, damage, and equipment requiring repair or replacement.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and manuals to install, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair equipment, engines, motors, and compressors.
• Perform welding, grinding, torching, and weld setup as needed to support maintenance and repair activities.
• Set up, adjust, and break down machinery and conveyor components to support safe and efficient operations.
• Order replacement parts, maintain parts inventory, and coordinate with vendors and service providers for specialized repairs.
• Document maintenance activities accurately using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or work order system.
• Follow all established safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, and hazardous materials handling.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and assist with emergency repairs to minimize downtime.

Required Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of industrial maintenance experience; entrylevel candidates may be considered with relevant technical training or certifications.
• Demonstrated handson experience with:
  • Bearings and conveyor systems
  • Mechanical troubleshooting and repair
  • Basic electrical systems, including meter usage and diagnostics (120v)
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, electrical diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Welding experience (MIG, stick, or torch) preferred.
• Experience working in a metal scrap, recycling, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical school or trade certification preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problemsolving skills.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment and comply with all safety requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Sit, stand, walk, and stoop for long periods of time
• Able to climb in/on mobile equipment
• Exposure to physical operations in scrap recycling facilities, including walking/climbing in active industrial yards with uneven surfaces in inclement weather

Quantitative Scope:

• No budget responsibility
• No direct/indirect reports

Work authorization:

• No sponsorship available

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

BlueScope Recycling Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

Additional Information
The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job. Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope. To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement.

EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope
is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.