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Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make, and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.

This position is in our specialized portfolio enterprise where we serve diverse businesses who support unique customers or markets, including animal nutrition and health, bioindustrial, road safety salt, and Cargill joint ventures. 

 


Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 2nd & Weekend Shift 
Compensation: $34.01/hr in the first 90 days, then $37.01/hr after the 90 days

 

Benefits
 

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription 
Drug Insurance
Health and Wellness Incentives
Paid Vacation and Holidays
401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities

 

  • Completing preventative, predictive, and reactive industrial electrical work throughout the facility
  • Documenting all completed work and the conditions found, utilizing maintenance computer software as necessary 
  • Installing, maintaining, testing, evaluating, and repairing various electrical components and systems including low voltage automation systems, medium voltage motor control circuits, and high voltage (<15kV) power distribution systems 
  • Comprehending mechanical/electrical schematics, blueprints, and/or operation manuals 
  • Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work environment 
  • Ability to repair equipment in close proximity to explosives
  • Other duties as assigned 
     

Required Qualifications 
 

  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship 
  • Must be 18 years or older 
  • Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written) 
  • Basic computer skills 
  • Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation 
  • Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above) 
  • Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 
  • Experience troubleshooting and maintaining various electrical components and systems (low, medium, or high voltage) 
  • Ability to work underground in a mining environment 
  • Current ATF certification or the ability to obtain one upon hire 
  • Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice 


 

Preferred Qualifications
 

  • Experience with SAP or a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) 
  • Certified Maintenance Reliability Technician (CMRT) or willing to acquire certification 
  • Heavy equipment/industrial maintenance technical diploma from a trade school, or 3 years equivalent experience 
  • Predictive Maintenance and/or Precision Maintenance Certifications 
  • Experience with high voltage (<15kV) power distribution systems 
  • High school diploma/GED or two-year equivalent work experience 
     

 

Important note: Eligible candidates must receive a passing score on a Ramsay standarized test.

 

Routine background check and Alcohol Tobacco and Firearm (ATF) 'Explosives Possessor' background check: To ensure a safe working environment for all employees, we will conduct a criminal background check.


Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.


Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet



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