Millwright Mechanic, Heavy Industrial Systems

Join a team that keeps a steel mill moving

At U. S. Steel, we make the products that power daily life and the infrastructure of tomorrow—and we’re transforming our industry with a 2050 net‑zero goal. Bring your millwright/mechanical know‑how to an operation where safety, innovation, and teamwork drive every decision.

Role snapshot

• Own the install, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of plant mechanical systems: hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication, power transmission, conveyors, cranes, and mobile equipment.
• Use both standard and specialized tools; operate pendant and overhead cranes and forklifts to perform and support maintenance tasks.
• Assist operations as needed to keep production continuous and stable.
• Alternate between independent work and teaming with other maintenance technicians to solve problems quickly.
• Navigate heights and confined spaces safely and compliantly.
• Adapt to a wide range of environments across the mill—hot, cold, wet, greasy, dirty, and noisy.

Schedule & work conditions

• 8‑hour rotating shifts, including Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
• Overtime required as business needs arise.
• Strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE at all times: hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, and metatarsal‑protective boots.

Qualifications

• 1+ year manufacturing/industrial experience (relevant military experience welcome) or equivalent education; background in one or more of the following: hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication, power transmission, welding, pipefitting, structural repair, diesel mechanic.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable, punctual, self‑directed; consistent attendance is essential to operations.
• Pass required assessment test(s).

Proficiencies

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Testing
• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Machine Safety Inspections

How we lead

• Think: Critically analyze and drive change that improves performance.
• Lead: Develop people and collaborate across disciplines.
• Do: Empower performance and deliver measurable results.

Who we are

Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a leader in steelmaking for customers in automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy. Our Culture of Caring shows up in community partnerships, employee volunteerism, scholarships, leadership training, and a deep respect for every colleague—United by Steel.

Awards we’re proud of

• Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® 2022, ’23, ‘24
• Disability:IN’s Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, ’22, ’23, ‘24
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Equality 100 Award 2020, ’21, ’22, ’23‑24, ‘25
• Military Times’ Best for Vets: Employers 2023, ‘24

Equal Employment 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.)

Take the next step

Apply your craft where it matters—keep a world‑class steel operation running and build a long‑term career.