Lead Maintenance Technician

Lead Maintenance Technician

Location: Dayton, OH or Piqua, OH
Status: Full-Time
Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Vice President of Operations / Production Leadership Team

Position Summary

Scott Steel is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee the maintenance, repair, and reliability of equipment and facility systems across our manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for troubleshooting equipment issues, performing preventative maintenance, coordinating repairs, and helping ensure our production operations run safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate is a technical problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment and enjoys leading by example.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment
• Maintain and repair slitting equipment, conveyors, forklifts, overhead cranes, and related manufacturing machinery
• Coordinate maintenance priorities to minimize downtime and production interruptions
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements
• Maintain maintenance records, work orders, and preventative maintenance schedules
• Assist with facility maintenance, including building systems and infrastructure
• Manage spare parts inventory and maintenance supply needs
• Coordinate with outside vendors and service providers when necessary
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Train and mentor employees on proper equipment operation and equipment care
• Respond to urgent equipment breakdowns and maintenance emergencies as needed

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Ability to read equipment manuals, blueprints, and technical schematics
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and diagnostic instruments
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple maintenance projects
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to quality workmanship

Preferred

• Experience in steel processing, manufacturing, metal fabrication, or industrial production environments
• Welding and fabrication experience
• PLC troubleshooting experience
• Forklift and overhead crane maintenance experience
• Vocational, technical, or trade school certification
• OSHA or maintenance-related certifications

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work throughout a manufacturing facility
• Ability to safely lift up to 75 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and industrial conditions
• Ability to access elevated work areas and safely perform maintenance activities

Working Conditions

This position operates in a manufacturing environment and is regularly exposed to:

• Production equipment and moving machinery
• Forklifts and overhead cranes
• Moderate to high noise levels
• Hot and cold temperatures
• Dust and industrial manufacturing conditions

Required PPE includes safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear.

Why Join Scott Steel?

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Stable, growing manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact on operations and reliability

Apply Today

If you enjoy solving problems, working with industrial equipment, and taking ownership of maintenance operations, we'd like to hear from you.

Scott Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.