Maintenance Technician I

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Job Title: Maintenance Technician I
Location: Mount Crawford, VA, USA

Company: Cargill, Inc
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Maintenance/Repair
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: USD 29.30 per hour
Job Description: 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.

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill's protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location: Mt. Crawford, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available: 2nd
Compensation: $29.30/hr

Benefits Information

Shift Differential
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
Health and Wellness Incentives
Marathon Health Clinic (Employer sponsored health center)
Paid Vacation and Holidays
401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities

Using hand tools to perform maintenance on production machinery
Ensuring food safety and quality
Cleanliness and housekeeping

Required Qualifications

Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Must be 18 years or older
Must be able to work in the US without an humanitarian Parole status related to Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua or Venezuela which is subject to the Federal Register Notice of revocation by DHS on March 25, 2025
Ability to read/write/speak English
Ability to work with variety of hand tools
Must be able to understand and use blueprints, schematics, and installation/operation manuals to install and repair equipment
Extensive knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical principles
Ability to work flexible hours and shifts
Accuracy, precision, and dependability are a necessity
Must be a self-starter and have good communication skills
Must be a team player, but also must be able to work well alone
Specific eye requirements: No contact lenses allowed in engine room when welding or electrical troubleshooting and repair

Preferred Qualifications

Previous production or maintenance experience
Four years maintenance experience
Previous Cargill experience
Work history in the past 12 months
Must have knowledge of OSHA regulations governing this area
Candidates should be currently enrolled or have completed an apprenticeship program or have an equivalent educational background
Experience in solid state controls and devices including PLC. frequency drives and HIM. is a plus

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet

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Job Post Date: 06/22/25