SMS ยท 3 months ago
Field Service Technician (Single Site) - Burns Harbor
SMS Mill Services is a scrap metal recycling and processing company seeking a highly skilled and safety-focused Field Service Technician for single site operations within a major steel mill. The role involves managing and maintaining heavy equipment, performing repairs, and ensuring quality control in the field.
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Responsibilities
Manage diesel, hydraulic and electric mobile equipment
Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment, and systems IN THE FIELD
Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components
Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery
Diagnose and repair electrical and lighting systems
Perform quality control spot checks on repairs
Review repair orders for completeness and accuracy
Test equipment and systems for performance
Qualification
Required
Ability to read and understand equipment service manuals - required
Commitment to working safely and to standards required
Demonstrated ability to be self-directed, team orientated, work with minimum supervision
Ability to troubleshoot equipment breakdowns
Strong mechanical aptitude
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to organize and multi-task
Preferred
(5+) years of mobile maintenance experience preferred
Strong diagnostic and repair skills with diesel and hydraulic heavy mobile equipment
Strong computer skills preferred
Benefits
Teamsters Local 142 Union Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, etc. offered after 90 days of employment.
Pension Plan
Paid holidays, paid vacation
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry.
Company
SMS
SMS is a leading provider of outsourced steel mill services that includes and is not limited to raw materials handling, processing and slag handling and treatment along with marine vessel dismantlement and recycling facilities throughout the United States, Europe and Brazil.
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2025-08-30
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2025-08-27
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