Maintenance Mechanic

Nutrien; Parma (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien in Parma, ID is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to keep our on-site production equipment running smoothly. You will maintain pumps, compressors, motors, valves and piping, and support PLC-controlled systems across the plant.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree or equivalent experience, with strong troubleshooting skills and hands-on maintenance experience, including welding and forklift operation. Safety and reliability drive our daily work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance is a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in operating processing plant environments or equivalent training.
• 2+ years of forklift experience preferred.
• 2+ years of experience or training in repairs on typical chemical processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain production machines and plant equipment.
• Repair and troubleshoot pumping systems, compressors, generators, reactors, heat exchangers, valves and related components.
• Perform preventive maintenance on valves, motors, pumps, gear boxes and plant equipment.
• Electrical installation and repair of switches, outlets, lighting, VFDs and motor starters.
• Inspect parts for defects and replace or repair as needed.
• Weld piping systems using MIG, ARC and TIG techniques.
• Assist with PLC-controlled automated systems installation and troubleshooting.
• Provide emergency and scheduled maintenance repairs.
• Perform basic machinist duties and various mechanical tasks.
• Diagnose problems and test adjustments.
• Perform plumbing and carpentry tasks and general grounds maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Industrial environment experience

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate's degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance

Tools

Forklift

PLC systems

VFDs

Welding (MIG ARC TIG)

Job description

Job Description

Job Title

Maintenance Mechanic

Requisition ID

34657

Location

Parma, ID, USA, 83660

Workplace Type

On-Site

Experience Level

Associate

Job Type

Full Time

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; ProvenSeed and Dyna-GroSeed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility's equipment
• Perform repair, troubleshooting or general maintenance work of various types of pumping systems, compressors, generators, reactors, heat exchangers, filters and agitators in operation
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on various types of production equipment, including but not limited to valves, electric motors, pumps, gear boxes and vehicles, machines and plant facilities
• Perform electrical installation and repair of switches, outlets, lighting fixtures, VFD's, motor starters and electric motors
• Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear; replace defective parts and reassembles equipment
• Perform repairs and fabrication of piping systems utilizing MIG, ARC, and TIG welding techniques
• Assist with the installation and troubleshooting of PLC controlled automated systems including actuated valves, pumps, flow meters, scales and associated interlocks and safety systems
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service
• Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments
• Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision
• Perform building and grounds maintenance including lighting, HVAC, masonry, plumbing and minor electrical

What You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma/GED
• Associate's degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance is a plus
• 2+ years of experience in operating processing plant environment such as food processing, chemical processing or pharmaceutical or training equivalent required
• 2+ years of forklift experience preferred
• 2+ years of experience/training in making repairs on typical chemical processing equipment

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the recruiter identified in this posting.

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