Renewables Maintenance Technician

andersonsinc; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Andersons, Inc. is seeking a Renewables Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment and facility systems to support safe, reliable plant operations. This hands-on role focuses on reliability, safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead preventive and corrective maintenance, respond to critical issues, and use CMMS to track tasks and inventory while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and overhaul production machinery and facility equipment.
• Respond to emergency or unscheduled maintenance and perform scheduled service.
• Apply mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting.
• Interpret manuals, schematics, and work orders to perform tasks.
• Diagnose malfunctions, identify root causes, and implement repairs.
• Track tasks and inventory using CMMS and support safety programs.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Pneumatic

Hydraulic

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 Expected of You and Others at This Level

• 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