Mechanic

Location: Detroit, MI

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 Mechanic on 2nd Shift at our Kee Container location. The Mechanic is responsible for the repairs and maintenance of trucks and heavy-duty machinery. 

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.

• Performs repairs on engines, brakes, suspensions, transmissions, and electrical equipment on the site’s trucks and yard machinery.

• Air system diagnostics and repair.

• Electrical diagnostics and repairs

• Inspect, lubricate and service equipment per company maintenance schedules.

• Change flat tires.

• Make service calls on down trucks and pick up parts from various dealerships as required.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues and make necessary repairs, adjustments, or replacements

• Drive trucks and trailers to test their performance.

• Perform cleaning duties related to plant equipment and general housekeeping

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED and must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must have valid driver’s license, CDL preferred.

• Experience as a diesel mechanic and experience with hydraulic systems preferred.

• Experience welding and torching preferred.

• Mechanic license or equivalent experience.

• Ability to work independently, self-motivated and self-directed.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to maintain accurate records

• Ability to follow oral and written communication

• Ability to climb ladders or steps to reach objects

• Ability to endure physical and outdoor work on a daily basis.

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public

• Must be able to work rotating shifts

• Must 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 competitive 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.