Maintenance Mechanic

Corteva, Inc.; Princeton (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading agriculture company as a Maintenance Mechanic, where you will support plant operations, maintain equipment, and ensure safety protocols are upheld. This full-time position offers competitive pay and extensive benefits, including development opportunities and health coverage from day one.

Benefits

Numerous development opportunities

Health benefits on first day

Four weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement program

Competitive retirement savings plan

Excellent parental leave

Qualifications

• Two years of education/experience in Maintenance or related field.
• Valid US Driver’s License required.
• Comfortable with technology and good computer aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Support plant operations and deliver maintenance for capital projects.
• Conduct seasonal prep work including repairs and improvements.
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools and maintain equipment records.

Skills

HVAC

Welding

Pneumatic Controls

Hydraulics

Critical Thinking

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two-Year Technical or Associates Degree

Job description

Who We Are, and What We Do:
At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what is next! No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.

Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team at our Woodhull, Illinois location!

What You Will Do:

• Support plant operations
• Deliver maintenance support for capital projects.
• Maintain the condition of the plant shop and maintenance tool.
• Support Process Safety Management and location safety efforts.
• Conduct seasonal prep work including annual preventative maintenance, repairs, and improvements.
• Assure proper set-up, calibration, operation, and preventative maintenance of equipment, machines, and facilities.
• Complete grounds and facility maintenance as needed.
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools to detect and remedy future machine failures.
• Create, continually update, and train on preventative maintenance plans for varied equipment.
• Maintain detailed equipment records and prints.
• Ensure operation of company equipment including electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, control devices, and HVAC, for process and facility.
• Perform minor electrical repairs and scheduled inspections of equipment, following the prescribed guidelines and procedures.
• Various other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education:

• You have your High School Diploma or equivalent.

What Skills You Need:

• You possess two (2) years of education and/or experience in Maintenance or related field (e.g., HVAC, Millwright, Welding, Pneumatic Controls, Hydraulics, etc.)
• You are willing and able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation: Climb and/or work in elevated areas, Stand and sit for extended periods, work outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions, lift up to fifty (50) lbs., and perform work that involves repetitive motion and lifting
• You are comfortable with technology and possess a good computer aptitude including the use of Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), and are willing and able to learn other company specific applications as required.
• You have high diligence, can multitask, maintain an organized workplace and excellent critical thinking skills.
• You have a valid US Driver’s License
• You value working as a team, are initiative-taking, communicate concerns, and are accepting of change.
• You possess good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• You demonstrate integrity and promote a positive working environment by being an initiative-taker and willing to assist team members on a consist basis.
• You uphold health and safety to the highest standard! You consistently help others and demonstrate adherence to safety protocols, policies, and procedures to ensure you and your colleagues go home safely every day.
• You understand that delivering to our customers on time keeps us viable and are willing and able to work second (2nd) or third (3rd) shift schedule, which can include overtime hours, on-call availability, which include nights and weekends during seasonal peaks to support production demand

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Two-Year Technical or Associates Degree in Maintenance, Agriculture, Manufacturing, Electrical, or related field
• Previous experience or knowledge of heating/cooling, refrigeration, security, materials handling equipment (i.e., conveyors, elevator legs, packaging equipment, etc.) or other mechanical/electrical systems
• General knowledge and/or experience with field and/or agriculture equipment (conveyors, elevator legs, packaging equipment, etc.)

Work Authorization and Relocation:

• VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
• This position does NOT offer a comprehensive domestic relocation package.

Site Dedicated (100% at Corteva location):

• This role will be on site at our Corteva location.

The salary range for this position is $44,870 to $56,090

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits

• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

The salary range for this position is $44,870.00 to $56,090.00.

This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.