Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America’s premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT is a wholly-owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opportunity for a Maintenance Technician on 1st Shift at the Cleveland, OH location. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the repair and maintenance of machinery and production equipment. 

Summary of Responsibilities:

Ensure adherence to safety standards including use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), remove hazards as identified, and maintain cleanliness of the site.Visually inspects and listens to machines and equipment to locate malfunctions.Changes hose assemblies and conveyor beltsRemoves and replaces worn or defective parts of the drive mechanism or hydraulic system.Locates damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machines and install new pipesStarts machines and equipment to test operation following repairPerform cleaning duties related to yard and plant equipment and general housekeepingOther duties as assigned.Inspect, troubleshoot, repair & maintain all plant and yard equipment and machinesTorch cutting and welding

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED and must be at least 18 years of age.Minimum of one year of experience as a machine repair technician.2 year trade school preferredExperience with mobile equipment repair preferred.Welding experience preferred.Basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.Strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently, self motivated and self-directed.Good communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to maintain accurate recordsAbility to follow oral and written communicationAbility to climb ladders or steps to reach objectsAbility to endure physical and outdoor work on a daily basis.Ability to lift up to 50lbs.Work cooperatively with other employees and the publicMust be able to work in an environment where routinely exposed to dust, dirt, vibrations, extreme climate and changes in weather.Pre-Employment background, physical, and hair drug screen required

Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America.  Cleveland-Cliffs is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing.  We offer an excellent total compensation package including top pay with variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more!

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.