Maintenance Technician

Dedicated to helping farmers prosper, Cargill AgHorizons U.S. helps customers manage their risk and maximize production through grain marketing alternatives, crop insurance, agronomic advice and crop inputs. Part of Cargill's global agricultural supply chain group, Cargill AgHorizons serves customers with a 1,500-member team at more than 100 grain elevators and service centers across the United States.

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for maintaining optimum asset health for all plant equipment, systems, and structures by performing inspections, repairs and modifications to equipment and structures of the grain handling facilities.

Principal Accountabilities:

Perform scheduled inspections and develop follow-up work orders as needed

Perform preventative maintenance tasks

Perform necessary repairs to equipment

Maintain maintenance records and make necessary changes to schedule in conjunction with the Plant Manager

On-site coordinator for contracted maintenance tasks

Assist with future Maintenance & Reliability program execution at other locations within the Region

Required:

Must be able to read/comprehend English

High School degree or equivalent

Be at least 18 years of age

Minimum 3 years of experience in the following areas:

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Demonstrated Mechanical/electrical aptitude

Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer

Comprehend and operate safely within Cargill policies, procedures, and government regulations

Self-starter with ability to work effectively and lead within a team environment

Excellent Math Skills.

Proficient in following areas as defined by the Maintenance Exam including, but not limited to mechanical aptitude, mechanical repair and troubleshooting

Ability to lift 50 lbs, work outside in various weather conditions, climb ladders, work from heights, accommodate long irregular hours, and maintain positive attitude in a strenuous work environment

Ability to take off-hour calls and rotate on call accountability with facility staff as needed

Co-champion future predictive technology implementation internal to the Farm Service Group

Preferred:

Working knowledge of predictive maintenance technology (vibration, oil, infrared, ultrasonic analysis, etc.)

Ability to work with a wide variety of workstyles including customers and co-workers at all levels

Advanced computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Access, Project, CMMS)

Supply procurement, budget preparation, scheduling experience

Working knowledge of production equipment