Maintenance Tech II - Food Plant, 12-Hour Shifts, Growth

Farmer Veteran Coalition; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx保险

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with Cargill matching

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Nebraska sick leave accruals

Job summary

Cargill is hiring a Maintenance Technician II in Columbus, Nebraska. This full-time role supports safe and reliable plant operations by maintaining and repairing production equipment and facility assets.

You will perform routine preventive maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical or electrical issues, and document work using a CMMS. The position requires a minimum of one year of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience (or equivalent certification), strong safety awareness, and the ability

Qualifications

• One year of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience or educational equivalent or certification in maintenance, mechanics, or related trade.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety, food safety, and maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance on production and facility equipment, including mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and basic precision tools to complete maintenance tasks.
• Read and follow work instructions, schematics, manuals, and safety procedures.
• Document completed work and equipment conditions using a computerized maintenance system.
• Perform duties in a fast paced production setting with PPE, with physical tasks such as standing, climbing, bending, and twisting.
• Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as requested.
• Support food safety, housekeeping, and safety standards across the facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

English literacy

Physical ability (lift 50 lb)

Job description

Cargill is hiring a Maintenance Technician II in Columbus, Nebraska. This full-time role supports safe and reliable plant operations by maintaining and repairing production equipment and facility assets.

You will perform routine preventive maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical or electrical issues, and document work using a CMMS. The position requires a minimum of one year of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience (or equivalent certification), strong safety awareness, and the ability