Storage Mechanic 1 (Days) Grand Forks GF

J.R. Simplot; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food and agriculture company as a Mechanic, where you will perform essential maintenance tasks to ensure the optimal operation of machinery and equipment. You'll work with a diverse team, troubleshooting various systems, conducting repairs, and collaborating to achieve efficient production processes. If you have a strong understanding of hydraulic and electrical systems, along with effective communication skills, this role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience or training in maintenance.
• Experience with 480V power and control voltages.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative and routine maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot and repair production and facilities equipment.
• Collaborate with other departments to complete maintenance tasks.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Planning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Allen Bradley SLC500

MicroLogix

Job description

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

The Mechanic works independently and with other plant personnel to perform preventative, predictive and routine maintenance tasks. This role includes troubleshooting issues, repairing failures of production and facilities equipment, and ensuring maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness. This person provides direction for effective execution of maintenance activity on all machinery and equipment throughout the plant and office facilities. The Maintenance Mechanic is also responsible for the optimum utilization of available resources such as manpower, equipment, time, etc. This person must be responsible for decisions, actions and failures; must establish clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results. In addition, the maintenance mechanic must partner with others to get work done and work cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks.
• Wash out storage bins.
• Perform snow removal duties.
• Conduct light electrical repairs.
• Carry out welding tasks as needed.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems (480V, 24V, 120V).
• Maintain and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Write detailed repair reports.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment control issues.
• Collaborate with other departments to complete maintenance tasks.

Typical Education High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Relevant Experience

• 3+ years of related experience or training.
• Experience with:
• 480V power systems.
• 24V and 120V control voltages.
• Allen Bradley SLC500 and MicroLogix programming and troubleshooting.
• Strong communication, organizational, and planning skills.

Other Information

Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanics; Basic electrical repair in an industrial/manufacturing environment; Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings and write detailed repair reports; Ability to analyze and make decisions; Ability to diagram equipment control problems; Strong verbal and written English communication skills; Good organizational and planning skills.

Preferred: Experience with 480 volt power and 24 control voltages to 120 volt electrical troubleshooting; Program and trouble shoot Allen Bradley SLC500 and MicroLogix series. Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory, and represent the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements: Lift and move heavy equipment; Climb ladders and work in high, precarious places. Working Environment: May be exposed to wet or humid conditions; May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions; May be exposed to high noise environments; May be exposed to chemicals used in the process; Could be in temperatures of -5 degrees.

Job Requisition ID:22505

Travel Required:

Location(s):GF Raw Warehouse - Grand Forks

Country:United States

**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. **