Summary:  Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, this position is geared for recent High School graduate who know they would like to enter into the skilled trades. The skilled trade mentee's primary responsibility will be to shadow a technician who is maintaining and repairing the production equipment. Mentee will also attend school earning a certificate in their related field of study. The mentee will develop skills to implement maintenance programs necessary to ensure the short-term and long-term reliability of the equipment, as well as learn to lead the effort to optimize maintenance costs, maximize equipment availability and reduce unsafe conditions.

Applications will be taken through March 31st, 2026.

Selected individuals will be notified in late April.  

Day to Day:

Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace mechanical components such as motors, reducers, drive chains, hydraulic and/or pneumatic components in manufacturing equipment.Learn to plan, implement and maintain preventative maintenance program on engines, motors, pumps, pneumatic tools, hydraulics, conveyor systems and production machines in order to improve reliability.Perform routine, emergency, and preventive maintenanceStudy equipment manuals to develop audit items and preventative maintenance schedule.Shadow basic welding, fabricating fixtures, jigs, guarding, etc. as needed.Install or assist in the installation of new equipment, including proper layout and alignment.Make preventative maintenance checks and inspections as required and on timeEvaluate equipment malfunctions with a sense of urgency to minimize downtimeInstall, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specificationsHelp modify equipment as necessary to improve safety, quality, productivity and reliabilityPerform tasks in a quality fashion by meeting or exceeding the internal customer requirements</li><li>

Requirements:

Learn to communicate professionally with plant personnel as to the important repair steps taken, parts ordered, and estimated time to complete the repairs or projectsMaintain proper housekeeping expectation for work area, equipment and toolsAttend classes at Northwest State or Owen's Community College

We would love to hear from you if you have:

High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).Enjoy fixing things or taking them apart to see how they work.Prefer hands on learning over quiet study.Natural problem solving abilities.Proficient communication kills, particularly, the ability to explain mechanical issues.Must be able to perform physically demanding work, such as climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, twisting and bending for extended periods of time.Reliability, dependability and self-motivation.Willing to go to school while working a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Pay, Shifts, Benefits....the good stuff:

Target Starting Pay 26.39 (18.59 base pay + 42% Avg. Weekly Bonus)Overtime paid at 1.5x after 40 hours per weekTuition Reimbursement Paid for time spent traveling to classes, attending classes and completing homeworkHoliday payBi-weekly payroll6 hour shifts M-F, Attend 1-2 classes in the afternoons/eveningsMedical, Dental and Vision insurance starts your first day of employment.Company paid life insurance, short; long-term disability.Tools; Safety Boots; Uniforms provided.Pay increases every 6 months for first year, annual increases for remainder of program.401k contribution-outstanding company match of $.50 on the dollar up to first 6% AND 4.5% of your GROSS wages bi-weekly towards your retirement.Total company contribution of 7.5% from NSBSL and this does not include your contribution!You’ll have access to our free onsite fitness center that’s open 24/7, 365 days a year

Quantitative Scope:

No direct budget responsibility

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

North Star BlueScope Steel 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.

North Star BlueScope Steel 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.