Industrial Electro‑Mechanic Technician III

About the role

Cargill is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Technician to join our team in Sterling, TX. This position is part of our specialized portfolio enterprise, serving diverse businesses that support unique customers or markets, including animal nutrition and health, bioindustrial, road safety salt, and Cargill joint ventures.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and automated systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot advanced automation, control, and equipment failures and determine corrective actions.
• Modify or implement logic and programming changes on computer-controlled systems with direction.
• Support installation, upgrades, and commissioning of new or modified equipment and automation systems.
• Use advanced diagnostic tools and interpret technical documentation to resolve recurring or complex issues.
• Document completed work, findings, and recommendations while supporting continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Minimal two years of experience performing electro-mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting in an industrial environment.
• Experience working across multiple systems including mechanical, electrical, and automated equipment.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English to document work, explain technical issues, and support others.
• Ability to work indoors/outdoors, including at heights (4 feet and above), while performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing, bending, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Availability to work flexible schedules including overtime, weekends, holidays, or rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience designing or modifying PLC logic, controls, or automation programs independently.
• Experience leading complex troubleshooting efforts or diagnosing recurring equipment failures.
• Experience supporting or mentoring other electro-mechanical or maintenance technicians.
• Working knowledge of reliability practices, root cause analysis, or continuous improvement tools.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and interpreting technical documentation.

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

Pay

$30.00/hr - $40.00/hr based on experience

Schedule

3rd shift (11:00pm - 7:30am)

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

Contact Information

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