Maintenance Mechanic
Date: Jan 28, 2026
Location: Houston, TX, US, 77092
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Nucor Warehouse Systems
Location: Houston, TX, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Basic Job Functions:
- Ensures machinery and mechanical equipment operation by completing preventive maintenance requirements on presses, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
- Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
- Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
- Assess the time needed to complete a task.
- Determine the dimensional changes in the parts requirements by inspecting and using the onsite Machine Shop.
- Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
- Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
- Fabricates repair parts if needed by using machine shop assistance.
- Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; informs Supervisor when removed from inventory.
- Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
- Maintains production and quality by ensuring the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
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.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 2 - 3 years of experience as an industrial mechanic in a manufacturing facility.
- Experience with working on hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical maintenance and repairs
- Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 or more years working experience in an industrial plant
- 2-year degree in mechanical/electrical or related field
- VFD knowledge and experience
- Programmable Logic Controller knowledge and experience
- Formal electrical safety knowledge and experience
- Experience in operation of forklift, mobile crane, and/or other mobile equipment
- Preventative maintenance scheduling experience
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Houston