Floor Technician

Cold Steppe Inc.; Stuttgart (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cold Steppe Inc. in Stuttgart, Arkansas, United States, is hiring a Floor Technician to keep AR-1's processing equipment running safely and efficiently. You’ll monitor real-time performance, adjust the kiln and related systems, and help set operating habits for a frontline team.

This is a hands-on role with input into how the floor evolves. Mon-Fri, 8am–6pm, 8–10 hours daily; OT possible as production ramps.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with industrial or mechanical equipment or a trade certification.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Safety-first mindset and willingness to follow SOPs.
• Willingness to learn how the kiln and process systems work.

Responsibilities

• Start up, operate, and shut down processing equipment (rotary kiln and related systems).
• Adjust feed rate, temperature, and airflow to keep production on spec.
• Monitor temperature, pressure and other readings; catch abnormalities early.
• Perform routine equipment checks, basic maintenance, and cleaning.
• Troubleshoot process issues in real time and know when to escalate.
• Pull samples and run basic quality checks for biochar output.
• Keep shift logs and production records; follow safety protocols.

Skills

Industrial equipment experience

Trade certification

Job description

Floor Technician

Cold Steppe Inc. Stuttgart, Arkansas, United States

About this position

ABOUT COLD STEPPE

Cold Steppe converts agricultural waste - rice hulls, sawdust, and other overlooked biomass - into biochar and renewable energy. Our mission is simple: To find what is left behind and turn it into something that moves us forward. Our first facility, AR-1, is coming online in Stuttgart, Arkansas, and the people who join now will help set the standard for every site that follows. Cold Steppe is a certified service-disabled veteran-owned business, and veterans, tradespeople, and anyone ready to learn are welcome here.

Steward What Matters Speak Up Stand Together Safe Space No Exceptions Stack the Impact Set the Standard

Employment Type

Full-time, hourly

Schedule

Monday to Friday (8am – 6pm), 8 – 10 hours per day, OT eligible, opportunities for weekends and overnight shifts as production ramps.

Compensation

$50,000–$60,000/year (approx. $23–$28/hr), based on experience and certifications, plus benefits, consistent with our commitment to pay above local prevailing wage

THE ROLE

The Floor Technician keeps AR-1's processing equipment - including our rotary kiln and related biomass-to-biochar systems - running safely and efficiently. You'll monitor equipment in real time, make process adjustments, catch problems early, and help build the operating habits this facility will run on for years to come. This is one of our first frontline hires at AR-1 - you'll have real input into how the role and the floor take shape.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Start up, operate, and shut down processing equipment (rotary kiln and related systems), adjusting feed rate, temperature, and airflow to keep production on spec.
• Monitor equipment continuously - temperature, pressure, and other key readings - and catch abnormalities before they become downtime.
• Perform routine equipment checks, basic maintenance, and cleaning; flag anything beyond routine to the maintenance team.
• Troubleshoot process issues in real time and know when to adjust versus when to elevate.
• Pull samples and run basic quality checks to confirm biochar output meets spec.
• Keep accurate shift logs and production records.
• Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements, and speak up when something looks unsafe.
• Work closely with the Logistics Technician team on feedstock flow and with Shift Supervision on handoffs between shifts.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Some hands-on experience with industrial or mechanical equipment, or a trade certification (e.g., welding, electrical, HVAC, diesel/heavy equipment, manufacturing).
• Comfort working around industrial machinery, heat, and outdoor/semi-outdoor conditions.
• A safety-first mindset and willingness to follow (and help improve) standard operating procedures.
• Mechanical aptitude and a genuine interest in learning how the kiln and process systems work - we'll train you on our specific equipment and process.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods.
• A team-first attitude, AR-1's first crew sets the tone for every site that follows.

Make It Safe

Safety isn't a checkbox at Cold Steppe - it's one of our five core values. You'll get full training before working independently, and you're expected to stop the line if something doesn't look right, no exceptions.

GROWTH AT COLD STEPPE

Degrees aren't required for hire or advancement here, we look for talent, dedication, and skill. As AR-1 scales and future facilities come online, we're building structured paths from Floor Technician into shift lead, supervisor, and specialized technical roles, along with SkillsBridge-aligned training and apprenticeship programs to help you grow with us.