Elevator Technician I

United Grain Corporation; Moccasin (MT); On-site; USD 22,923 - 33,654; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

United Grain Corporation is looking for a Grain Elevator Technician I in Moccasin, MT. This entry-level role involves grain handling, monitoring conditions, and performing various job tasks in a safe manner. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities include grain receiving, storage handling, and equipment maintenance. The position supports a collaborative culture, emphasizing safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• A valid driver's license may be required depending on location.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Perform job tasks safely and comply with safety programs.
• Maintain work areas and facilities.
• Assist with routine maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Customer service

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Trucks and motorized equipment

Job description

Location: CTO Moccasin - Moccasin, MT 59462

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $16.64 - $24.43 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: General Labor

What UGC Offers

• Medical, Dental (including orthodontia), and Vision coverage
• Employer‑paid Life/AD&D and Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off, including Community Volunteer time and Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs
• Wellness Program
• Recognition Programs
• Inclusive, team‑oriented, and family‑friendly culture

Job Summary

The Grain Elevator Technician I role is an entry level position. Under close supervision, the tasks for this position include, but are not limited to: grain receiving, storage handling, drying, blending, and loading of grain; monitoring stored grain condition, and maintaining and cleaning grain facilities and equipment, in order to ensure a safe working environment. This position will perform a variety of tasks including driving trucks and other motorized equipment. Each employee is responsible for their own safe work behavior and the safety of their coworkers. Employees in this position will be required to maintain a positive, forthright attitude that promotes a collaborative, respectful, and diverse corporate culture, and conduct themselves in a professional and favorable manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs job tasks in a safe manner and follows compliance with UGC safety programs and procedures.
• Takes responsibility for own safe work behavior.
• Maintains work areas and facilities properly.
• Provides courteous and responsive customer service.
• Performs or assists in routine maintenance and basic level repairs.
• Assists in the unloading or loading of grain commodities by truck, rail or barge.
• Weighs or measures materials and products, using scales or other measuring instruments.
• Evaluates grain quality.
• Maintains equipment, machinery, and work stations, using hand tools, shovels, brooms, chemicals, hoses, and lubricants.
• Observes and listens to machinery and conveyor operations and monitors lights, dials, and gauges, in order to maintain specified operating levels and to detect equipment malfunctions.
• Informs supervisors of equipment malfunctions that need to be addressed.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED degree and/or equivalent training preferred. Exceptions made for minors 16 years and older in high school permitted for seasonal/temporary positions.

• A valid driver’s license may be required, depending on location. A valid driver’s license is required to drive company vehicles.
• Maintenance experience with a mechanical aptitude is preferred.
• Agricultural experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience with computer programs such as Word and Excel preferred, but not required.
• Proven interpersonal skills; must support a team‑oriented and inclusive approach with a high level of integrity and reliability.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with employees and customers.
• Ability to understand and follow all safety guidelines.
• Must be able to work extended hours as needed.

Physical Demands and Requirements

This is a physical job that includes both indoor and outdoor work in all types of weather and temperature environments. The job includes working in and around grain dust. In addition, this position can be physically strenuous from time to time. Must be able to work in this environment.

• Expected to work in tight and confined spaces, walk, climb, bend, kneel, lift, grip, grasp, push and pull various tools and equipment.
• May be required to ride a belt lift and occasionally work at significant heights with requisite balance and equilibrium.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally more. Requires ability to ascend/descend ladders.
• Personal protective equipment, including hardhats, gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes, respiratory protection and ear protection, are required.
• Requires the ability to read and comprehend written and oral operational and safety instructions and related rules, policies, and memos, and communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.
• Must have vision that permits close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to detect odors and understand and discern safety warning systems.
• While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Additional Information

This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

United Grain Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or age. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.