Electrical Maintenance Technician — Heavy Industrial (Steel)

Join the team powering a modern steel transformation

Help us advance safe, efficient, and sustainable steelmaking on our path to 2050 net‑zero. Your electrical mastery will keep critical assets running across the Mon Valley—your application will be considered for Clairton Works, Irvin Works, and Edgar Thomson Works.

Role impact

• Maintain uptime by troubleshooting AC/DC power, control circuits, instrumentation, and PLC/automation systems.
• Install and service plant electrical equipment to sustain continuous operations in a heavy industrial environment.
• Partner with production to resolve issues quickly; step into operating support when needed.
• Work solo with limited supervision or alongside other maintenance pros.
• Navigate challenging environments (hot, cold, wet, greasy, dirty, noisy) using the right tools and plant equipment such as pendant/overhead cranes, mobile equipment, and forklifts.

Qualifications

• 1+ year in manufacturing/industrial maintenance or equivalent education (including military). Relevant exposure in one or more of: industrial electronics; motors/controls; schematics and power distribution; print reading; computers and PLCs; electronics; AC/DC theory and power; test instruments/instrumentation; electrical maintenance; commercial construction/installation.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Rotating 8‑hour shifts (weekends/holidays included); overtime as business needs arise.
• Strict safety mindset and PPE use: hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, metatarsal boots.
• Consistent attendance, on-time performance, and self‑directed work style.
• Ability to pass required assessment test(s).

Schedule, environment, and tools

• Rotate through shifts to support 24/7 operations.
• Work across multiple plant areas with varying conditions.
• Leverage both standard electrical tools and facility equipment to access and service assets safely.

Professional growth

• Think: apply critical thinking and lead change.
• Lead: coach peers and collaborate across teams.
• Do: enable performance and deliver measurable results.

Recognition and purpose

Since 1901, U. S. Steel has supplied steel for everyday life—automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy—and is proud to be the first North American steelmaker to declare a 2050 net‑zero GHG goal. We invest in communities and people through partnerships, charitable giving, employee volunteerism, and leadership development.

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

Preferred proficiencies

• PLC troubleshooting, programming, and wiring
• Electrical fault-finding and equipment diagnostics
• Facilities and equipment maintenance
• General mechanical/electrical troubleshooting
• Manufacturing environment experience

Equal Opportunity

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.)