FITTER

Established in 1953, Shyam Steel Group is one of the leading TMT Bar producers in India, manufacturing TMT Rebar, Billets, Sponge Iron and Ferro Alloys. Shyam Steel has also expanded its business in Construction Solutions, FMCG, Infrastructure, IT & ITeS Solutions etc. Operating with cutting-edge technology in order to meet the stringent requirements of its reputed customers both in India and abroad. Shyam Steel has emerged as a large, growing, competitive and multi-product organization by delivering quality material & service through innovation, excellence, and dedication.

2. Key Responsibilities and Duties

A. Preventive Maintenance

1. Carry out routine inspection of hydraulic systems in rolling mill equipment.

2. Check hydraulic oil level, oil temperature, pressure and leakage.

3. Inspect hydraulic pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, manifolds and pipelines.

4. Check hydraulic filters, strainers and replace as per maintenance schedules.

5. Inspect hydraulic hoses, fittings, clamps and pipe connections.

6. Monitor hydraulic system pressure and identify abnormal conditions.

7. Maintain proper cleanliness of hydraulic tanks, filters and components.

B. Breakdown Maintenance

1. Attend hydraulic breakdowns in rolling mill machinery.

2. Identify and rectify hydraulic leakage, pressure drop and abnormal noise.

3. Troubleshoot hydraulic pump, cylinder and control valve problems.

4. Attend hydraulic system failures in critical rolling mill equipment.

5. Replace damaged hoses, pipes, seals, O-rings and hydraulic fittings.

6. Coordinate with the mechanical maintenance team for emergency breakdowns.

7. Ensure equipment is restored safely within minimum downtime.

C. Rolling Mill Equipment Maintenance

Carry out hydraulic maintenance of the following equipment:

• Roughing mill and finishing mill.

• Roll changing and roll balancing systems.

• Hydraulic screw-down systems (HGC/AGC).

• Side guides and entry/exit guides.

• Shear and crop shear systems.

• Roller table and pinch roll systems.

• Coiler and uncoiler hydraulic systems.

• Furnace and material handling hydraulic equipment.

• Hydraulic power packs (HPP).

• Tilting tables and lifting systems.

D. Hydraulic Component Servicing

1. Dismantle, inspect, clean and assemble hydraulic cylinders.

2. Replace piston seals, rod seals, O-rings, wipers and guide rings.

3. Carry out servicing of directional control valves, pressure relief valves and flow control valves.

4. Assist in pump overhauling and component replacement.

5. Carry out hydraulic hose fabrication and replacement.

6. Check accumulators, charging pressure and associated safety arrangements as per approved procedures.

7. Understand and follow hydraulic circuit diagrams.

E. Hydraulic Oil and Contamination Control

1. Check hydraulic oil condition and contamination.

2. Ensure proper oil filtration and cleanliness.

3. Monitor oil leakage and prevent unnecessary oil wastage.

4. Maintain hydraulic oil filling records.

5. Follow correct oil grades and specifications.

6. Maintain proper housekeeping around hydraulic power packs.

F. Safety Responsibilities

1. Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures before maintenance.

2. Depressurize hydraulic lines and accumulators before opening any connection.

3. Never check high-pressure leakage with bare hands.

4. Use proper PPE and approved tools.

5. Ensure proper barricading during maintenance activities.

6. Follow permit-to-work procedures.

7. Maintain safe working conditions during shutdown and breakdown activities.

G. Documentation and Reporting

1. Maintain daily preventive maintenance checklists.

2. Record hydraulic breakdown details and maintenance activities.

3. Report abnormal pressure, temperature and leakage conditions.

4. Maintain records of replaced components and spare consumption.

5. Report recurring hydraulic problems to the supervisor.

6. Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.

3. Required Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of hydraulic pumps: Gear, vane and piston pumps.

• Knowledge of hydraulic cylinders and seal kits.

• Knowledge of directional, pressure and flow control valves.

• Knowledge of hydraulic power packs and hydraulic circuits.

• Knowledge of hydraulic hoses, pipes and fittings.

• Knowledge of pressure gauges and filtration systems.

• Basic understanding of hydraulic schematics.

• Knowledge of preventive and breakdown maintenance.

• Basic knowledge of pneumatic systems is desirable.

4. Qualification and Experience

5. Key Performance Indicators (KPI)

1. Minimum hydraulic equipment breakdowns.

2. Reduction in hydraulic oil leakage.

3. Timely completion of preventive maintenance.

4. Minimum equipment downtime.

5. Proper maintenance of hydraulic systems.

6. Reduction in hydraulic oil consumption.

7. Zero safety incidents during maintenance.

8. Proper maintenance documentation.

6. Main Equipment for Which the Fitter Is Responsible

 

 

 

 

• Hydraulic Power Pack (HPP)

• Hydraulic Pumps and Motors

• Hydraulic Cylinders

• Hydraulic Control Valves

• Hydraulic Accumulators

• Hydraulic Manifolds

• Hydraulic Pipelines and Hoses

• Hydraulic Filters and Coolers

• AGC/HGC Hydraulic Systems

• Roll Gap and Screw-down Hydraulic Systems

7. Overall Job Responsibility

The Hydraulic Fitter is responsible for maintaining all hydraulic equipment in the rolling mill mechanical section through effective preventive maintenance, breakdown maintenance, inspection and troubleshooting to ensure maximum equipment availability, reliable operation and minimum production loss.

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