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Maintenance Technician

Zekelman Industries · Kansas City, MO

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Metals
Posted
24 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Zekelman Industries (metals) in Kansas City, MO. Maintain a clean and safe work environment by complying with all safety regulations and company procedures.

They ask for
5+ years
Tools it names
PLC, EHS / safety
Openings
3 with this title at this site

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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.

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How this role compares

Against 46 other live reliability postings in Missouri.

Experience asked
More than usual (5+ vs 3+)

Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 64%
  • ✓ PLC 55%
  • Welding 36%
  • ✓ EHS / safety 26%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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Promotion path mentionedLifts up to 50 lbs

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About The Role

Reporting to the supervisor, the Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role 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 is ideal for individuals with a strong electrical aptitude, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to identify and resolve both electrical and mechanical issues. A keen attention to detail and adherence to safety procedures are essential for success in this role.

1st Shift: 6:45am - 7:15pm

Key Responsibilities

  • ◆Perform electrical maintenance on equipment, following all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
  • ◆Ensure all guards and safety equipment are in place and functional before returning equipment to operators.
  • ◆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 to supervisors when necessary.
  • ◆Perform breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and changeover tasks on production equipment.
  • ◆Identify and report safety, quality, operational, or output issues when unable to correct them independently.
  • ◆Observe mechanical devices in operation, using 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.

Qualifications

  • ✓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.

Physical

Requirements

  • ✓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.
  • ✓Other physical demands as required for the position.
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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.

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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.

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