We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Technician to join our steel manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical equipment and systems used in steel production. You will play a key part in minimizing downtime, ensuring equipment reliability, and supporting continuous plant operations. Key Responsibilities: • Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical components such as pumps, conveyors, hydraulic systems, gearboxes, and rolling mills. • Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance and longevity. • Assist in the installation and alignment of new mechanical equipment and systems. • Interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and manuals to guide repair and installation work. • Fabricate and weld metal parts as needed for equipment repair or modification. • Collaborate with electrical and production teams to resolve equipment issues and reduce unplanned downtime. • Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders using CMMS systems. • Adhere to plant safety protocols and ensure all work is performed in a safe and compliant manner. • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and efficiency. Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED required; technical diploma or associate degree in Mechanical Technology or related field preferred. • 3+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment (steel or heavy industry preferred). • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic welding/fabrication. • Ability to read and interpret mechanical schematics, manuals, and diagrams. • Skilled in the use of hand and power tools, alignment instruments, and measuring equipment. • Excellent troubleshooting skills and a proactive, safety-first mindset. • Ability to work flexible hours, including shifts, weekends, and on-call when necessary.
See More Details >>Job Requirements Location: Shreveport, LA, US Division: BENTELER Steel/Tube Functional Area: Maintenance Career Level: Professional Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time Weekly Working Hours: 40.00 Required Languages: English Requisition ID: 41139 At BENTELER, we make it possible. From promoting individual talents to international career prospects, or from generous opportunities for designing your career to personal development opportunities—at BENTELER, we always have answers to your questions about the future, based entirely on your personal needs. Diverse options that makes sure you can be anything and everything. Or, as we like to put it: BENTELER makes it happen! Job Responsibilities • Assist in the development and implementation of work procedures, PM’s and LOTO. • Participate in setting up down days, outages and special projects. • Participate in plant 5S and Lean manufacturing programs as well as all continuous improvement activities. • Participate in "Root Cause Analysis" meetings to determine and rectify problematic issues in the process. • Participate in safety activities to meet or exceed organizational goals and expectations. • Be an active participant in developing and maintaining a culture of professionalism. • Performs all other related duties as assigned. Job Requirements • Minimum: A high school diploma or GED is required. • Seamless Pipe Mill Experience a huge plus! • Strong safety awareness and experience. • Demonstrated capability of results through people, technology, and process. • Vibration monitoring of some kind would be a plus. • General knowledge of gear reducers, pumps, blowers, compressors, and other common industrial machines. • Ability to comprehend mechanical drawings. • Ability to comprehend hydraulic and pneumatic schematics. • Familiar with pipe & hydraulic fitting identification (NPT, BSPT, BSPP, SAE, JIC, etc.). • Rigging. • Equipment removal and installation. • Equipment rebuilds “In house”. • SAP & general computer knowledge preferred. Your contact Samantha Ann Metoyer BENTELER Human Resources Phone: +1 318 216-4187 Your new employer The BENTELER Group always has the answer. That’s because in each of our divisions and at every one of our sites, you can benefit from the size and diversity of an international corporation with around 23,000 colleagues in nearly 26 countries. The same is true in our BENTELER Steel/Tube division. Here, we develop and produce custom, precision pipes for customers from energy production, automotive engineering, and other industrial sectors. In this division, we enable the unerring application of our products, from the concept up to process integration and thus to integration into our customers’ value chains. Along with that, our diverse fields of application make sure you can be and become anything. Or, as we like to put it: BENTELER makes it happen!
See More Details >>Salary: $90-120K Is this your perfect fit? • Are you an engineer that likes to be hands-on on the floor rather than behind a desk? • Would you like to be involved in the rapid growth of a business? • Are you looking for an opportunity that gives you multiple avenues for growth? If that describes you, we need to talk! What your future day will look like: • Support field engineers • Failure analysis and troubleshooting of quality issues • Develop design standards and conduct design reviews • Travel as needed to customers • Assist 20% at the Houston office Benefits Offered: • 401k + match • Medical Package – Health, Dental, Vision, etc. • PTO/Holidays • Bonus Incentives Type: Direct Hire To be a champion in this role, you will need: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience • 5+ years of hands-on engineering experience • Experience with rotating equipment required • Ability to travel up to 20% We know you are more than a resume and understand your next career move needs to be the right fit! If this is your first time considering Godshall as your trusted partner, welcome! Once you have applied, we ask that you give us 1-2 business days to review your experience and skills. You will then hear back from one of our recruiting professionals on your next step. If you are checking in to see what types of roles we have, please consider reaching out to your recruiter instead. We will happily update your file and make sure we are considering you for all roles your experience is a perfect fit for! Godshall & Godshall Personnel Consultants, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, status as a parent or protected veteran status.
See More Details >>Embarking on a mechanical trade career in Shreveport, LA, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the mechanical trade generally span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 5,632 mechanical trade professionals in Louisiana, with Shreveport offering a robust job market. The average weekly wage for mechanical trade professionals in Shreveport is $697.62, with an annual overtime average of $2,498. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a promising career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $70,000 annually for experienced professionals.
