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Maintenance Tech


Job Location:

Dunkirk, NY - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 25 - 34
Posted: 28 September 2026 (6 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 26 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Universal Stainless & Alloy Products Inc. is looking for responsible energetic new team members to support our manufacturing process.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!

Universal Stainless & Alloy Products Inc. established in 1994 is headquartered in Bridgeville PA with manufacturing plants in Dunkirk NY Titusville PA and North Jackson OH. Universal Stainless produces semi-finished and finished specialty steel long products and plate including stainless steel tool steel bearing steel gear steel and aircraft-quality low-alloy steels for use in a variety of industries. Universal is committed to providing the best quality delivery and service possible.

Enjoy Excellent Benefits for You and Your Family

  • Health and Dental Insurance: Coverage starting Day 1
  • 401(k) Plan: Company contribution of $1.20 per hour
  • Paid Time Off: Paid holidays
  • Insurance: Company-paid Life Insurance
  • Profit Sharing: Available per company policy

Primary Function

Maintain troubleshoot and repair mechanical and hydraulic equipment within assigned areas and throughout the plant facility.

Basic Responsibilities

  • Inspect repair and maintain heavy facility equipment including rolling mill machinery furnace mechanical systems mechanical shears and annealing equipment.
  • Assemble dismantle align and adjust mechanical and hydraulic machinery including conveyors mill stands mill housings and pumps.
  • Perform mechanical pipe fitting boiler repair and general plant maintenance.
  • Perform basic welding torch cutting and burning as needed for repairs and modifications.
  • Read interpret and work directly from blueprints technical sketches and hydraulic/mechanical schematics.
  • Safely operate overhead pendant cranes and fork trucks to transport tools supplies and heavy machinery components.
  • Maintain a safe clean and organized work environment in compliance with facility safety standards.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by leadership.

Position Details & Supervision

  • Supervision: Works independently with minimal supervision; reports directly to the Supervisor of Maintenance.
  • Work Environment: Industrial manufacturing facility. Candidates must be comfortable working in environments that require working at heights in confined spaces or in extreme temperatures (hot/cold) while wearing required PPE.

Tools and Equipment Used

  • Drill press power saw portable drills grinders bench tools cutting torch welding and burning equipment overhead pendant cranes chain blocks/falls air hoists pipe wrenches crowbars sledges pressure and flow gauges hydraulic fitting die press and miscellaneous hand tools.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Credentials:

  • Associate degree (A.S.) from a trade school in mechanical or electrical disciplines preferred.
  • Journeyman certification/papers preferred.
  • Must successfully pass the Ramsey Mechanical Aptitude Test (RR110) and the Ramsey Mechanical Test (RR16-A).

Experience & Key Technical Skills:

  • Work Experience: 35 years of relevant mechanical maintenance experience in a steel mill heavy industrial or manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Environmental Comfort: Must be comfortable working in an environment that requires working at heights in confined spaces or in extreme temperatures (hot/cold) while wearing required PPE.
  • Technical Proficiency: Strong mechanical ability analytical troubleshooting skills basic welding/cutting skills and working knowledge of hydraulics pneumatics and mechanical systems.
  • Schematic Reading: Proven capability to read and interpret mechanical and fluid power schematics


*Relocation will be considered for the right candidate.


About Company

Universal Stainless produces semi finished and finished specialty steel including nickely alloy, aerospace grade low alloy and stainless steel

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