Renewables Maintenance Technician

The Andersons, Inc.; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Andersons, Inc. in Denison, IA is seeking a Renewables Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment and facility systems, ensuring safe, reliable plant operations.

In this role you will lead preventive and corrective maintenance, work with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, and use CMMS to track tasks and inventory while upholding a strong culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required, Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic electrical theory and diagnostic equipment using meters and test tools.
• Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and overhaul production machinery and facility equipment following safety protocols.
• Respond to emergency or unscheduled maintenance needs and perform scheduled services.
• Interpret manuals, schematics, blueprints, and work orders for maintenance tasks.
• Diagnose malfunctions, replace defective components, conduct functional testing, and adjust for reliability.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical theory

Hydraulic & pneumatic systems

Safety compliance

Diagnostic thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Voltage meters

Megohmmeters (Meggers)

Ammeters

Job description

As a North American leader in agribusiness and renewable fuels, The Andersons operates in a unique space, bringing together agriculture, energy, and global markets. From the farm to customers around the world, we help move food, feed, and fuel where it’s needed most. Our business spans the full value chain, which means the work we do directly supports farmers, customers, and communities every day. Whether it’s helping producers succeed, delivering essential products, or advancing more sustainable energy solutions, our impact is both local and global. What truly sets us apart is how we work together. We are a performance-driven, people-powered organization where employees are owners, sharing in our success and helping shape our future. We invest in our team through development opportunities, meaningful career paths, and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At the core of everything we do is our Statement of Principles. We are committed to providing extraordinary service to our customers, helping our employees improve, supporting our communities, and increasing the value of the company for our shareholders.

About The Andersons, Inc. The Andersons, Inc., is a North American agriculture company that conducts business in the agribusiness and renewables sectors. Guided by its Statement of Principles, The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers, helping its employees improve, supporting its communities, and increasing the value of the company. For more information, please visit www.andersonsinc.com.

Position Summary

The Renewables Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This role leads preventive and corrective maintenance activities, responds to critical equipment issues, and utilizes expertise in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to minimize downtime and improve performance. The technician also manages maintenance programs through CMMS, supports inventory and work order tracking, and promotes a strong culture of safety and continuous improvement. This role is ideal for a hands‑on problem solver who enjoys diagnosing complex equipment issues, working in a fast‑paced industrial environment, and taking ownership of reliability, safety, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and overhaul production machinery and facility equipment in accordance with operational requirement and safety protocols
• Respond promptly to emergency or unscheduled maintenance needs on production equipment, mobile machinery, or vehicles, and conduct scheduled service and repairs as assigned
• Apply a range of skills including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair techniques to support continuous operation of production systems
• Interpret technical documentation such as equipment manuals, schematics, blueprints, and work orders to accurately perform maintenance and repair tasks
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions, determine root causes, replace or repair defective components, perform functional testing, and make necessary adjustments to ensure optimal performance and reliability
• Perform routine maintenance on plant equipment, as well as on the plant’s interior and exterior
• Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track and manage maintenance tasks and inventory
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all safety policies and standards relevant to the role, ensuring safe work practices are consistently followed.
• Identify and address unsafe conditions to protect the safety of oneself and others on site
• Provide support for plant activities as needed, contributing to overall operational efficiency

What is Expected of You and Others at This Level

Intermediate skills in own work area within an analytical/scientific method or operational process
Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within own area of expertise
Works within standard operation procedures and/or scientific methods
Works with a moderate degree of supervision

Competencies

Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works cooperatively with others to achieve shared objectives
Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
Being Resilient - Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
Customer Focus - Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer centric solutions
Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
Optimizes Work Processes - Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
Instills Trust - Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity

Education & Experience

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required, Associate’s Degree preferred
1-3 years’ relevant experience required
Demonstrated knowledge of basic electrical theory and technical skills, including the proficient use of appropriate tools, materials, and diagnostic equipment such as voltage meters, megohmmeters (meggers), and ammeters.
Ability to perform basic welding using arc, MIG