Maintenance Technician - Mech (New Hire)
Company: U. S. Steel Oilwell Services
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
The Maintenance Technician Mechanical job is a core component
for our maintenance force and requires a trained and experienced
individual to contribute to our success as one of the world’s
largest steel producers. The Maintenance Technician Mechanical
performs mechanical maintenance functions necessary to maintain
operating and service equipment using standard and specialized
tools and mobile equipment, such as pendant and overhead cranes and
forklifts as required. As a Maintenance Technician Mechanical, you
will install, maintain, repair, and operate a broad range of
mechanical systems and equipment in a heavy industrial environment
to maintain continuous operations. Pay is either $27.55 or $35.06
depending on job knowledge test score. Candidates that score at
$27.55 do have advancement opportunities to get up to $35.06. Along
with pay, a Quarterly Incentive Bonus Plan. U. S. Steel offers a
very competitive benefit package for Health, Dental, Life
Insurance, 401K, Paid Vacation, 10 Paid Holidays, Daily Overtime
Pay, etc. Responsibilities: Install, maintain, troubleshoot and
repair a broad range of mechanical systems and equipment including
hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, power transmission systems,
conveyors, cranes, and mobile equipment. Provide assistance in
operating functions as necessary. May be required to work at
heights and/or in confined space. May work alone with minimal
supervision or with other maintenance technicians. Work in various
areas of the plant location is required. Dependent upon the area,
environmental conditions can be hot, cold, dirty, greasy, wet, and
noisy. Requirements: Minimum of 1 year manufacturing and/or
industrial experience (including relevant experience gained in
military service) or equivalent education. This includes experience
in any of the following: hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, power
transmission systems, welding, pipe-fitting, structural repair, and
diesel mechanic. High School Diploma or GED The position requires
you to work 12 hour rotating shifts, which will include Saturdays
and Sundays, and holidays The position requires overtime work as
needed Adherence to safety procedures/guidelines at all times.
Safety is our core value which requires you to wear safety
protection such as hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection,
protective clothing, and boots with metatarsal protection. The
position requires punctuality, consistent attendance and self
direction for the success of the operations Must pass assessment
test(s)
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