Heavy Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician

About the Role

Step into a core maintenance position that keeps a world-scale steel operation moving. As an Electrical Maintenance Technician at U. S. Steel, you will install, maintain, repair, and operate a wide range of electrical systems and equipment in a heavy industrial setting to support continuous operations. You will work with standard and specialized tools and equipment, including mobile equipment, pendant and overhead cranes, and forklifts.

One Application, Three Sites

Submitting this application covers all three Mon Valley plants: Clairton Works, Irvin Works, and Edgar Thomson Works.

Day-in-the-Life

Your shift will blend troubleshooting on live production equipment with planned maintenance. You’ll interpret schematics, work across AC/DC systems, diagnose PLC issues, and partner with operators when needed. At times you’ll run solo with minimal supervision; at other times you’ll collaborate closely with fellow maintenance technicians. Expect to move between areas where conditions can be hot, cold, dirty, greasy, wet, and noisy—always with safety first.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, install, maintain, and repair diverse electrical and electronic systems using schematics, AC/DC theory, and PLCs.
• Support operating functions as needed to restore or sustain uptime.
• Work independently or as part of a maintenance team, adapting to changing priorities.
• Operate in multiple plant areas, utilizing mobile equipment, pendant and overhead cranes, and forklifts.

What You Need

• At least 1 year of manufacturing/industrial experience (including military) or equivalent education in areas such as industrial electronics, motors and controls, schematics and electrical power, print reading, computers and PLCs, AC/DC theory, test instruments and instrumentation, electrical maintenance, or commercial construction/installation.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts (including Saturdays/Sundays and holidays) and overtime as needed.
• Commitment to safety protocols and PPE: hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, and boots with metatarsal protection.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and self-direction.
• Must pass assessment test(s).

Core Competencies

• Think: Think Critically and Drive Change
• Lead: Develop Talent and Collaborate
• Do: Empower Performance and Deliver Results

Skills That Set You Up for Success

• PLC troubleshooting, programming, and wiring
• Electrical and equipment troubleshooting
• Facilities and manufacturing maintenance experience
• General troubleshooting aptitude in industrial environments

Life at U. S. Steel

Since 1901, U. S. Steel has led the way in steelmaking. We are the first North American steel company to declare a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal and continue to innovate for industries including automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy. We invest in our communities through partnerships, charitable giving, volunteerism, leadership training, and an unwavering commitment to safety. Our people are United by Steel.

Recent Recognition

• Newsweek Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® 2021, ’22, ‘23
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation Equality 100 Award 2020, ’21, ’22, ‘23
• Disability:IN Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, ’22, ‘23
• Ethisphere World’s Most Ethical Companies® 2022, ‘23
• Military Times Best for Vets: Employers 2023
• Mansfield Certification for progressing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion in Legal Department: 2023

Equal Opportunity

Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel’s success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company’s success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)