Maintenance Technician

Job Details

Division: NIPG Midwest

Location: Shelbyville, IN, United States

Other Available Locations: Indiana

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.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for preparing, planning, and prioritizing weekly preventative maintenance tasks across the manufacturing plant while also performing general facility maintenance. This role works closely with the Maintenance Supervisor to develop a strong understanding of production equipment and apply effective problem‑solving methods when responding to maintenance requests. The technician must be able to prioritize assignments, complete tasks efficiently, and remain available for emergency needs during the shift. Close collaboration with production teams is essential to minimize downtime and maintain high-quality operations. Opportunity available for 1st and 2nd Shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide repair assessments, service equipment, and ensure all repairs are completed effectively and safely.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC logic, and hardware issues related to machinery and equipment.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on facility and production equipment.
• Research equipment upgrades and new purchases; prepare proposals, order parts, and develop plans for special maintenance projects.
• Participate in managing parts inventory, including identifying required parts and supplies.
• Respond to emergency and unplanned repair needs to support continuous production.
• Attend required internal and external training to maintain safe maintenance practices and obtain necessary equipment certifications.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use maintenance software, email, and digital documentation tools.

Preferences:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products for documentation, reporting, and communication.
• Strong electrical background, including experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems.
• Experience operating heavy machinery beyond standard warehouse forklifts.
• Completion of a two‑year technical degree, ideally paired with industrial maintenance experience.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace