Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking a candidate for its Mechanical Training Program to staff Maintenance Technician jobs at our Riverdale facility. Maintenance Technician candidates must successfully qualify on a computerized maintenance test to be considered for this position. Upon hire, Maintenance Technician candidates will enter a craft training program consisting of classroom and on-the-job training and must successfully qualify on job related factor tests. Upon successfully completing the program, trainee graduates will be promoted to fully qualified craft status.

Summary of Responsibilities:   

Uses standard and specialized tools and equipmentMakes mechanical repairs as required in connection with their mechanical serviceOperates equipment in conjunction with repairsProvides assistance in operating functions as necessary to keep equipment runningMay work alone, with minimal supervision and works with other Maintenance TechniciansCoordinates and works in conjunction with Operating Technicians and / or Service Technicians in the performance of mechanical maintenance tasks

Minimum Qualifications:  

Candidates will be required to pass a written and practical examHigh School Diploma, GED or equivalent from an accredited school Be able to pass the Mechanical Maintenance Technician testing at a score of 50 or moreMust be at least 18 years of age, be willing to work at heights, work in extreme heat and coldMust be willing to work a rotating shift that shall include weekends and holidays as well as, climb and or walk on uneven surfacesExcellent communication skills, be highly motivated and be willing to work in a self-directed team environment with minimal supervision and directionExcellent work attendance record, be willing to report to work as scheduled, flexibility to work overtime as needed or directed

Preferred Qualifications:

Mining or Heavy Construction experience is preferred

The salary rate for this role is $30.01/hour.  

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company 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 opportunity, 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.