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Maintenance Operator - RMF Electrical

SsabMontpelier, IAApril 14th, 2026
SSAB is one of the largest North American producers of steel plate and coil, serving many industrial markets including energy, construction, agriculture and transportation. SSAB operates five state of the art facilities strategically located in key regions across the U.S.SSAB has nearly 1,200 highly skilled employees in the U.S. Jobs at SSAB range from machine operators and sales people to advanced engineers and corporate professionals in HR, finance and more. SSAB offers challenging careers and comprehensive benefit program designed to keep employees and their families healthy and secure.Job PurposeTo provide on shift maintenance of electrical systems, utilizing knowledge of industrial electricity and PLCs. This position requires working on rotating swing shifts.Duties And ResponsibilitiesFollow all maintenance JSA’s, and SSAB’s safety policiesMaintain and troubleshoot medium and low voltage control systems and power distributionRepair and maintain all electrical equipment in Reheat, Rolling Mill, Finishing and Shipping areas Utilize PLC’s to diagnose problems related to plant equipmentPerform PM’s on area equipmentPerform Lockout / Tagout of equipmentImplement software changes to improve processesInstall new equipment related to projects Maintain plant building services, overhead lighting, heat trace circuits, 120/208V and 480V electrical distributionMaintain and install equipment in 480 Volt 3 phase power distribution systemsPerform preventative maintenance on DC motors and low and medium voltage equipmentTrouble shoot and tune control loops on proportional and servo valve applicationsMaintain and install video equipmentEngineer, Design, install and commission new equipment and control systemsUse IBA data collection system to aid in diagnosing problemsQualifications: Education and Experience:Required EducationHigh school diploma or GED/HSET equivalentPreferred EducationJourneyman CardAssociates or Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Electronics or Electrical Engineering TechnologyRequired ExperienceStrong electrical backgroundMinimum of 5 years of industrial electrical experiencePLC programming and troubleshooting skillsAC and DC Digital Drive experienceAbility to read electrical and mechanical schematicsKnowledge of National Electric Code and NFPA 70E StandardsComputer skills – including Microsoft Office toolsAbility to operate man lifts and JLGsSelf-motivated team playerPreferred Experience5 years’ experience in metals industryExperience in Programming languages – C, C++Oracle database experienceAllen Bradley AC and DC Drive experienceAllen Bradley PLC5 and Control Logix 5000 experienceAllen Bradley HMI experienceSiemens DC Drive 6RA70 series drives experienceUnderstanding of Rolling Mill, Leveling and Slitting theoryFurnace and Burner control equipment and Roll grinding equipment experienceGama Ray Gauge Measuring equipment experienceWorking ConditionsThe employee will frequently be required to:Sit, walk, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlReach above shoulder level and below waist levelUse both hands for grasping, fingering, gripping and feeling textures and temperaturesLift and/or move up to 10 poundsPerform repetitive tasks for extended periodsThe Employee Will Occasionally Be Required ToLift and/or move up to 50 poundsThe Position Requires The Following Vision And Hearing CapabilitiesClose, distance and peripheral visionDepth perception and the ability to adjust focusHearing in person, on the phone, and/or in group settingsThe Employee Will Work In The Following ConditionsExtreme hot and cold conditionsWet and humid conditionsAmid fumes, dust, dirt, and smokeIn confined areas, heights/high places and around equipment in motionNear moving parts of heavy machinery and high voltage equipmentAmid noiseWhile wearing personal protective / safety equipment to prevent injury from noise and environmental hazardsSupervisory Responsibilities/Direct ReportsNot applicablePosition Type – Work Hours – Travel RequirementsPosition is a full time, hourly, and is eligible for overtimePosition works rotating 12-hour swing shifts to include days and nightsNo travel is expected for this positionSSAB BENEFITS – starting at hire!Excellent Pay with Additional Bonus Very Affordable Health InsuranceBlue Cross/Blue Shield MedicalCVS/Caremark PrescriptionDelta DentalSuperior Vision401(k) with Employer MatchProfit Sharing10 Paid HolidaysVacationCompany Paid Life Insurance, STD and LTD*Optional Life, Hospital Indemnity, Critical IllnessFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA); Healthcare and Dependent CareTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramSSAB's vision is a stronger, lighter and more sustainable world.SSAB's values form the guiding principles of our company.They shape our culture and characteristics. They serve as a compass for our actions and behavior and describe what we stand for. Values guide us daily in making the right choices and doing the right things.SSAB's Values AreDriven - Together we create valueTrue - Do what is rightAhead - Future in mind