HBF Maintenance Mechanic (Days) Grand Forks, ND

Simplot; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

10 paid holidays

Vacation time

Education assistance

Benefits details available via Simplot

Job summary

Simplot in Grand Forks, ND seeks a Maintenance Mechanic for the High Bay Freezer (HBF). The role performs preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance on freezer equipment, troubleshoots mechanical failures, and ensures optimal uptime.

The incumbent will read diagrams, document repairs, and collaborate across plant teams to optimize resources in a challenging cold setting. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years related experience and/or training.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanics; basic electrical repair in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance on high-bay freezer and warehouse mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical system failures including hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, conveyors.
• Ensure maximum equipment efficiency, uptime, and system reliability.
• Maintain equipment in cold environments (as low as –5°F).

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Mechanics

Electrical repair

Education

High School Diploma (GED)

Tools

Allen Bradley SLC500

MicroLogix PLCs

Job description

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HBF Maintenance Mechanic (Days) Grand Forks, ND

For more than 90 years, Simplot Company has grown as a family-owned, privately held global food and agriculture company. Our diverse businesses span agriculture, food production, manufacturing, mining, plant and animal sciences, ranching and cattle production, logistics, and transportation, connecting many of the essential steps that bring food from the earth to communities around the world.

That diversity creates strength, stability, and opportunity. Across our global business, employees can build new skills, explore different career paths, and contribute to meaningful work in a culture where safety is foundational.

Whatever your role, your work at Simplot contributes to something bigger. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and help shape the future of food and agriculture.

Summary

The High Bay Freezer (HBF) Maintenace Mechanic works independently and with other plant personnel to perform preventative, predictive and routine maintenance tasks. This role includes troubleshooting issues, repairing failures of production and facilities equipment, and ensuring maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness. This person provides direction for effective execution of maintenance activity on all machinery and equipment throughout the plant and office facilities. The role is also responsible for the optimum utilization of available resources such as manpower, equipment, time, etc. This person must be responsible for decisions, actions and failures; must establish clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results. In addition, the maintenance mechanic must partner with others to get work done and work cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Core Mechanical & Maintenance Duties

• Perform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance on high‑bay freezer and warehouse mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical system failures, including hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, conveyors, and other plant equipment.
• Ensure maximum equipment efficiency, uptime, and system reliability.
• Maintain and repair equipment in cold environments (as low as –5°F).

Electrical & Control Systems

• Conduct basic electrical repair in an industrial environment.
• Assist with troubleshooting 480V power systems and 24V–120V control voltages (preferred skill).
• Preferred: Work with/diagnose Allen Bradley SLC500 and MicroLogix PLCs.

System Operations & Technical Problem-Solving

• Diagnose mechanical or control issues by reading technical documents, diagrams, and equipment drawings.
• Write clear and detailed repair and maintenance reports.
• Analyze problems and make safe, sound decisions during troubleshooting.

Collaboration & Work Environment

• Work independently or with plant personnel to solve mechanical and operational issues.
• Coordinate maintenance activities across warehouse and plant areas to optimize resources such as manpower, equipment, and time.
• Maintain communication with supervisors, team leaders, and other departments.

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

3+ years related experience and/or training

Other Information

Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanics; Basic electrical repair in an industrial/manufacturing environment; Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings and write detailed repair reports; Ability to analyze and make decisions; Ability to diagram equipment control problems; Strong verbal and written English communication skills; Good organizational and planning skills.

Preferred: Experience with 480-volt power and 24 control voltages to 120 volt electrical troubleshooting; Program and trouble shoot Allen Bradley SLC500 and MicroLogix series. Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory, and represent the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements: Lift and move heavy equipment; Climb ladders and work in high, precarious places.

Working Environment: May be exposed to wet or humid conditions; May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions; May be exposed to high noise environments; May be exposed to chemicals used in the process; Could be in temperatures of -5 degrees.

• Shift: Monday - Friday
• Pay: $36.41 p/hr

Job Requisition ID: 27787

Travel Required: None

Location(s): GF Warehouse - Grand Forks

Country: United States

Rate of Pay: $36.41 p/hr
Attractive total rewards package that includes:

• 401(k) savings plan
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Details available in Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Family Building Leave
• Education Assistance
• Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com

**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.