Industrial Maintenance Technician

Cargill is seeking a full-time Industrial Maintenance Technician in Westwego, LA. The role involves performing preventative and reactive maintenance, documenting work, and operating various machinery and tools. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S., have basic computer skills, and be able to perform physical tasks. Experience in industrial maintenance is preferred. The position does not offer remote work options.
Cargill’s Agricultural Supply Chain (CASC) connects producers and users of grains and oilseeds around the globe through sourcing, storing, trading, processing, and distributing, as well as offering a range of financial, risk management, and customized farmer services. Working at Cargill is an opportunity to thrive – a place to develop your career to the fullest while engaging in meaningful work that makes a positive impact around the globe. We depend on creative, responsible, hardworking individuals like you to operate our business successfully!

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.

Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available: Day shift
Compensation: $28.36/hr

A Typical Work Day May Include:
• Completing preventative, predictive, reactive, and precision industrial maintenance throughout the facility
• Documenting all completed work and the conditions found, utilizing maintenance computer software as necessary
• Installing, maintaining, testing, evaluating, and repairing various components and systems including conveyors, fans, pumps, belt and chain drives, and process machinery
• Operating forklifts, scissor lifts, and aerial work platforms
• Interacting on a regular basis with peers and management
• Operating standard maintenance tools such as power tools, basic hand tools, pneumatic tools, electric tools, as well as lifting/rigging equipment
• Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

What You Will Need:
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including a respirator
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice

What Will Put You Ahead:
• Experience with precision maintenance
• A minimum of one year of industrial maintenance experience
• Experience with welding, fabrication, and pipe fitting
• Experience with pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems
• Highschool diploma/GED or a minimum of two years equivalent work experience

Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet

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