Maintenance Technician
Zekelman Industries · Cambridge, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Zekelman Industries (metals) in Cambridge, OH. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- PLC, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Ohio plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 108 other live reliability postings in Ohio.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 4+)
Typical $77k–$107k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 48%
- ✓ PLC 41%
- Welding 34%
- Root cause 22%
- ✓ EHS / safety 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Zekelman Industries in Cambridge
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About the Role
As a Maintenance Technician at Zekelman Industries , this role plays a critical part in ensuring the safe repair and rebuild of tube mill production equipment. The primary focus is to maximize equipment quality, uptime, rate, and yield. This position supports plant operations through advanced troubleshooting and maintenance activities and is ideal for individuals with strong electrical and mechanical aptitude who are committed to safety and continuous improvement.
Who You Are
- ✓Minimum of 5 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, preferably in a maintenance role
- ✓High school diploma or equivalent required; 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
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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.
What You’ll Do
- •Perform electrical maintenance on equipment while following all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- •Ensure all guards and safety equipment are properly installed and functioning before returning equipment to operation
- •Monitor inventory levels of parts, equipment, and supplies; place orders and verify receipts as needed
- •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 as needed
- •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 and use 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
Physical Abilities
- •Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- •Ability to stand or walk for extended periods throughout the shift
- •Ability to bend, twist, stoop, sit, kneel, crawl, and reach in all directions as needed
- •Ability to perform work in a manufacturing or industrial environment
What You’ll Get
- •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
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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.