Millwright
Zekelman Industries · Niles, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- 22 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Zekelman Industries (metals) in Niles, OH. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Welding, 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 1786 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 120 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 43%
- ✓ Welding 33%
- Root cause 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Full description from Zekelman IndustriesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
About the Role
As a Millwright at Zekelman Industries in Niles, Ohio, this role plays a vital part in ensuring the smooth operation of mechanical and hydraulic systems critical to plant operations. From equipment repairs to preventative maintenance and fabrication, this position directly supports plant efficiency and uptime. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment, enjoys hands-on problem-solving, and takes pride in maintaining a safe and productive workspace.
requirements
- ✓Promotes and adheres to OSHA and company safety procedures including LOTO, Arc Flash, and other regulations
- ✓Leads safe work practices and maintains a safety-first attitude
- ✓Works rotating shifts, including weekends and overtime as required
- ✓Performs other duties as assigned
- ✓Maintains regular, full-time, onsite attendance as an essential job function
Who You Are
- ✓5 years of experience in an industrial environment performing mechanical and hydraulic maintenance
- ✓High school diploma or equivalent required
- ✓Trade or technical school diploma preferred (including welding, hydraulics, blueprint reading, mechanical training)
- ✓Certified Welder (3G Plate and other certifications preferred)
- ✓Proficient in mechanical and hydraulic system troubleshooting
- ✓Strong fabrication, welding, and cutting skills
- ✓Computer literate and capable of interfacing with maintenance systems
- ✓Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- ✓Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills
- ✓Comfortable working at elevated heights
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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
- •Performs mechanical and hydraulic maintenance on industrial equipment and systems throughout the plant
- •Troubleshoots mechanical drives and manufacturing equipment to ensure operational uptime
- •Welds, cuts, and fabricates parts for equipment installation and repair
- •Conducts preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime
- •Prepares detailed reports documenting work performed in accordance with company
Physical Abilities
- •Must be able to work in physically demanding conditions, including standing for long periods, climbing, lifting, bending, and working in elevated or confined spaces as needed.
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
M/f/d/v
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.