What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Nucor Rebar Fabrication Southwest?
Job Details
Division: Nucor Rebar Fabrication Southwest
Location: Phoenix, AZ, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.
Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.
Basic Job Functions:
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
Support the fabrication division of Nucor Rebar Fabrication with machine repair, maintenance and trouble shooting. Assist the safety team in the design, development and/or installation of machine guards and safety devices. Advise Branch Manager in machine purchasing and installation.
Must Adhere to Nucor Rebar Fabrication safety programs and OSHA safety standards- Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor Rebar Fabrication mission statement.
- Perform routine maintenance to ensure safe and optimum functioning equipment, systems, and processes.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks to ensure equipment reliability and minimize unplanned downtime.
- Develop and maintain visual standards, checklists, and simple inspection routines that empower operators to own first‑level maintenance
- Maintain and grow the critical spare parts list to ensure availability of essential components while supporting Lean inventory principles.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and modify equipment to maintain workplace safety and production efficiency.
- Generate parts lists and labor time estimates for maintenance and repairs.
- Train key shop teammates on new equipment and/or modifications to existing equipment.
- Maintain repair records.
- Perform other duties as required by your supervisor.
Minimum Requirements:
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
- Minimum two years’ experience working on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical maintenance and repairs
- Minimum two years’ experience in electrical maintenance and repairs
- Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams
- Must be Familiar with OSHA safety standards
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace