Ammonia Systems Technician — Day Shift, On-Call/Travel

Koch Ag & Energy Solutions; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch Fertilizer, LLC is seeking an Operations Technician to support the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of our fertilizer shipping and storage terminal in Trilla, IL. This role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and operating critical mechanical and physical systems related to fertilizer products, with emphasis on anhydrous ammonia processes.

Typical day shift is Monday–Friday with possible overnight travel to other terminals.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting experience.
• MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and operate refrigeration systems, storage tanks, loading/unloading equipment for anhydrous ammonia and other fertilizers.
• Work across ammonia system lifecycle: refrigeration, gas-fired heating, instrumentation, PLC controls, pumps, motors, loading/unloading operations.
• Follow safety procedures and understand environmental risks when handling hazardous chemicals.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance inspections and support Health & Safety audits.
• Respond promptly to on-call requests and emergencies as needed.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Process Technology/Mechanical Maintenance

Tools

PLC controls

Job description

Koch Fertilizer, LLC is seeking an Operations Technician to support the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of our fertilizer shipping and storage terminal in Trilla, IL. This role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and operating critical mechanical and physical systems related to fertilizer products, with emphasis on anhydrous ammonia processes.

Typical day shift is Monday–Friday with possible overnight travel to other terminals.