Maintenance Technician - Plant Nutrient

About the Role

The Maintenance Technician III plays a key role in keeping plant operations running safely and efficiently by installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and facility equipment. This hands-on position leverages advanced mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability. The role performs preventive maintenance, responds to equipment breakdowns, and helps identify opportunities to improve processes and performance. Safety is a top priority, with responsibility for following and promoting best practices across all maintenance activities. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced, self-driven maintenance professional who enjoys solving complex equipment challenges and making a direct impact on plant success.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and overhaul production machines and facility equipment
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment and/or mobile equipment and vehicles, and perform scheduled maintenance repairs during service
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting, and repair of production machines
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Diagnose moderately complex maintenance issues, seek out continuous improvement opportunities, and provide input and recommendations. When appropriate, lead continuous improvement efforts
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities. Maintain computerized preventative maintenance system
• Maintain current and in-depth knowledge of all safety policies and standards related to position. Work in a safe manner and recognize unsafe situations, take appropriate action to ensure safety of self and others in building

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required, Associate’s Degree preferred
• 3-5 years’ relevant experience required

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

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

• Must be able to stand/sit for an extended period of time
• Ability to frequently lift/push/pull up to 60 pounds
• Must be able to climb/stoop/kneel at heights up to 100 feet
• Works indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures
• Working conditions could include: dust, fumes, moderate noise, and uneven surfaces

Benefits

• Competitive wages and potential bonus incentives
• Paid Time Off including Accrued Vacation, Floating Holidays, Sick Time, and more
• 401(k) with up to 4% company matching with immediate vesting
• Medical, Dental, and Vision prescription insurances
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts

At The Andersons, we encourage our employees to live a healthy lifestyle while providing high-quality, competitive, and affordable benefits to meet their varied needs.