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TYK AMERICA, INC.

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Service Technician - Steel Industry (Refractories)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$25/hr

Service Technician - Steel Industry (Refractories) Location: Portage, IN (Chicagoland Area) Pay: $25/hr + Full Benefits Join a Specialized Leader in the Steel Industry TYK America, Inc. is a ...

Olympic Steel

Quality Technician

Bedford Heights, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

About Olympic Steel: Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and ... The Quality Technician is responsible for conducting routine tests and inspections on products ...

OLYMPIC STEEL

Quality Technician

Bedford, OH

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

About Olympic Steel: Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and ... The Quality Technician is responsible for conducting routine tests and inspections on products ...

Brehob

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Structural Steel Welder/ Fabricator

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

... company · Technicians paid by hands of the clock · Referral Program up to $1500 Job ... steel. · Experience in stick/wire feed welding · Experience in Oxygen/Acetylene cutting · ...

Olympic Steel

Quality Technician

Bedford Heights, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

About Olympic Steel: Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and ... The Quality Technician is responsible for conducting routine tests and inspections on products ...

Shepard Steel

Maintenance Technician

Newington, CT

Shepard Steel is looking for a Maintenance Technician, with experience in the metal fabrication industry. Under the direct supervision of the General Manager and Maintenance Supervisor, the ...

Shepard Steel

Maintenance Technician

Newington, CT · On-site

Shepard Steel is looking for a Maintenance Technician, with experience in the metal fabrication industry. Under the direct supervision of the General Manager and Maintenance Supervisor, the ...

Shepard Steel

Maintenance Technician

Newington, CT · On-site

Shepard Steel is looking for a Maintenance Technician, with experience in the metal fabrication industry. Under the direct supervision of the General Manager and Maintenance Supervisor, the ...

Shepard Steel

Maintenance Technician

Newington, CT · On-site

Shepard Steel is looking for a Maintenance Technician, with experience in the metal fabrication industry. Under the direct supervision of the General Manager and Maintenance Supervisor, the ...

Sefton Steel

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Steel Fabrication Shop - Maintenance

Houston, TX · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Job Summary · We are seeking a skilled and dependable Industrial Maintenance Technician to join ... Electrical experience preferred Company Description Sefton Steel (an AISC Certified Fabricator) has ...

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Sefton Steel

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Steel Fabrication Shop - Maintenance

Houston, TX · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Job Summary · We are seeking a skilled and dependable Industrial Maintenance Technician to join ... Electrical experience preferred Company Description Sefton Steel (an AISC Certified Fabricator) has ...

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Bristol Steel

Maintenance Technician

Davison, MI · On-site

Bristol Steel was founded in 1979. Bristol Steel is widely known and respected as Michigan ... MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANMaintenance Technician position responsibilities include, but are not limited ...

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What is the difference between Steel Technician vs Welding Technician?

AspectSteel TechnicianWelding Technician
CertificationsOften requires certifications in steel inspection, safety, or quality controlTypically requires welding certifications like AWS or CWI
Work EnvironmentWorks in steel manufacturing, fabrication plants, or construction sites involving steel structuresWorks in welding shops, fabrication facilities, or construction sites performing welding tasks
Job FocusFocuses on steel quality, testing, and inspection processesFocuses on welding techniques, procedures, and quality assurance

While both roles involve working with steel and require safety certifications, Steel Technicians primarily focus on steel quality control and inspection, whereas Welding Technicians specialize in welding processes and techniques. Both roles are essential in steel fabrication and construction industries, often overlapping in work environments but differing in core responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a steel technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Steel Technician, you need strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of metallurgy or material science, and typically a relevant technical diploma or certification. Familiarity with CAD software, CNC machinery, welding equipment, and quality control systems is commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and teamwork are important soft skills for ensuring precision and safety in fabrication processes. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality steel components efficiently, maintaining safety standards, and supporting project success.

What are some typical challenges a steel technician might face on the job, and how can they effectively address them?

Steel Technicians often encounter challenges such as working in environments with heavy machinery, managing precise measurements under tight deadlines, and ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols. To address these, it's important to stay up to date with safety training, communicate clearly with team members, and maintain meticulous attention to detail when fabricating or repairing steel components. Collaborating with engineers and quality inspectors can also help resolve technical issues efficiently and ensure successful project outcomes.

What does a steel technician do?

A Steel Technician is responsible for fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining steel structures and components used in construction, manufacturing, and industrial projects. Their duties often include reading blueprints, operating machinery to cut and shape steel, welding, and inspecting finished products for quality and safety. Steel Technicians work closely with engineers and other tradespeople to ensure that steel elements are built to specification and meet safety standards. Attention to detail and knowledge of safety procedures are essential in this role.
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1st shift Maintenance Technician - O'Neal Steel / Grand Prairie, TX

O'Neal Steel

Grand Prairie, TX • On-site

$23 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago

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Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

O'Neal Steel has an opening for a 1st shift Maintenance Technician at our Grand Prairie, TX facility.
The Maintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance and repairs on production equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical). Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve efficiency, capability and yield. Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventive and unscheduled maintenance). Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems. Prepares technical reports to document preventative maintenance issues.
Job Requirements:
  • General knowledge of basic trouble-shooting skills with ability to assist with repairs and diagnostics of advanced processing equipment, CNC, material handling system, press brakes, lifting devices, and sawing equipment, etc.
  • Maintenance experience with mechanical systems and/or electrical systems, typically demonstrated by:
    • Work experience in the above referenced systems in a manufacturing or industrial environment, or
    • Completion of an electrical or mechanical repair training program, or
    • Acceptable combination of training and experience

  • Ability to perform maintenance and repair tasks on material handling and processing equipment including, but not limited to:
    • Calculate, lay-out and draw; balance and align equipment
    • Perform rigging activities, safety-related functions and other miscellaneous maintenance functions
    • Ability to utilize or fabricate parts needed from cold rolled steel, stainless steel, steel plate, structural steel members, other metals, plastics, fittings, valves and all types of mechanical parts
    • Maintain electrical equipment to meet regulatory codes
    • Programming of Variable Frequency Drives
    • Troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers
    • Testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes

*Upon offer of employment, candidates must pass a criminal background check and drug test.
Benefits: O'Neal Steel offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:
  • Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Work Site Wellness Programs
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Tuition and Health Club Reimbursement
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Life Insurance
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Training and Development Opportunities
  • 401k

About Us: With more than 100 years in business, O'Neal Steel, an O'Neal Industries affiliate, supplies a wide range of carbon and alloy steel, stainless steel, and aluminum products for companies nationwide. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, O'Neal Steel has 19 strategically located distribution centers throughout the country that offer inventory and value-added processing capabilities tailored to market needs, all while providing high levels of customer service. O'Neal Steel's industry-leading online platform, PRONTO®, provides continuous access to inventory, pricing, ordering, and account management.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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