Maintenance Technician
Dickinson, ND, US, 58601-7202
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
Summary
Looking for your career in maintenance?
CHS, Inc has a critical opening on our team as a Maintenance Technician in Dickinson, ND! You will perform all tasks associated with our feed Mill location by installing, adjusting and maintaining all mechanical equipment & operations. Additionally, work alongside our experience technicians to perform general and preventive maintenance on our machines & facilities. No experience required, opportunities for advancement, Monday-Friday work schedule, and overtime eligibility will be keys to success in this opportunity - apply to be a part of the largest cooperative in the U.S.
Responsibilities
- Assist an experienced technician with basic maintenance tasks, including routine checks, simple repairs, and preventative maintenance activities.
- Learn to recognize early signs of equipment issues and help initiate appropriate repair or reporting processes.
- Perform general janitorial duties such as trash removal, restroom cleaning, machine cleaning, and other housekeeping tasks as needed.
- Operate heavy equipment to assist with loading and unloading trucks.
- Assist with inspecting, replacing, and installing parts on various types of equipment while learning proper alignment, balancing, and setup techniques.
- Participate in troubleshooting activities with guidance from experienced technician.
- Work closely with the supervisor to complete tasks ranging from simple part replacements to more advanced maintenance activities as skills develop.
- Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or directed.
Minimum Qualifications (required)
- 1+ years of experience in Production, Operations, and/or Maintenance
Additional Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Experience troubleshooting issues, identifying and completing appropriate repairs, and implementing measures to prevent reoccurring maintenance problems
- Working knowledge of the operations, control, and functions of equipment and machinery
- Ability to work extended hours as needed
- Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work independently for extended periods of time, as well as in confined spaces and in hazardous environments.
- Ability to spend long periods of time on your feet including walking, standing and climbing steps and ladders, and working at heights up to 120 ft.
- Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to wear all required protective equipment may include respirators, hard hats, and eye and hearing protection.
- Ability to use both automated and manual tools and equipment.
- Ability to shovel, sweep, load, unload, lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs frequently
- Ability to work in noisy ,dusty, and all-weather conditions
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com; to verify that the communication is from CHS.