Grain Mill Maintenance Technician – Welding & Electrical

Simplot; Mountain Home (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot is seeking a Plant Maintenance technician to support the Mountain Home grain mill. You will perform welding and electrical repairs, conduct daily maintenance, and assist the Mill Supervisor in maintaining efficient plant operations and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of plant maintenance experience, can operate welding equipment, and hold a valid driver’s license. This role involves physical work in a loud, outdoor environment with lifting requirements.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in plant manufacturing maintenance, including welding and electrical work.
• Must be a licensed driver of single axle vehicles.
• Language skills: ability to read simple words and print and speak simple sentences.
• Mathematical skills: add/subtract two-digit numbers, multiply/divide with 10s and 100s; use units of money, weight, volume, and distance.
• Reasoning ability: follow written or oral instructions and handle a few concrete variables.
• Physical and work environment awareness: move, lift up to 100 lbs, work near moving parts, in loud environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding equipment to repair augers, structural components, and basic plant equipment.
• Perform electrical repairs on equipment and motors from basic to high voltage.
• Daily maintenance and repairs to ensure smooth operation of the grain facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Mill Supervisor.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Welding

Electrical repairs

Maintenance

Job description

Simplot is seeking a Plant Maintenance technician to support the Mountain Home grain mill. You will perform welding and electrical repairs, conduct daily maintenance, and assist the Mill Supervisor in maintaining efficient plant operations and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of plant maintenance experience, can operate welding equipment, and hold a valid driver’s license. This role involves physical work in a loud, outdoor environment with lifting requirements.