General Mechanic

Corteva Agriscience • York, NE

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Corteva Agriscience, a leading agricultural company and maker of Pioneer seed, is hiring a Maintenance Technician at its York, NE production facility. This role is part of an inclusive, motivated team in a safe and innovative work environment that fosters personal and professional growth. The company is seeking candidates who are initiative-takers, eager to learn, hardworking, and possess a stable work history. VISA sponsorship and relocation assistance are not available for this position. The role is on-site at the Corteva location.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willing and able to work on elevated surfaces (with fall protection equipment).
• Beginner level skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc).
• Willing to work in various operational environments (e.g., chilly warehouses, greasy machine parts).
• Willing to help and perform physical work.
• Willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Willing and able to work overtime hours and shift work including weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of production agriculture and associated machinery.
• Basic level of building electrical systems knowledge.
• Welding and/or millwright skills, especially relevant to the seed industry.
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic repair and test equipment.
• Basic process control understanding.
• Two or more years of industrial electromechanical education and/or experience in a technical, electrical, and/or mechanical field.
• Experience with a CMMS or similar system (i.e. SAP) for work orders and parts inventory.

Responsibilities

• Support plant operations.
• Deliver maintenance support for capital projects.
• Maintain the condition of the plant shop and maintenance tools.
• Support Process Safety Management and location safety efforts.
• Conduct seasonal prep work including annual preventative maintenance, repairs, and improvements.
• Ensure proper set-up, calibration, operation, and preventative maintenance of equipment, machines, and facilities.
• Complete grounds and facility maintenance as needed.
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools to detect and prevent future machine failures.
• Create, continually update, and train on preventative maintenance plans for various equipment.
• Complete fabrication projects to improve plant processes.
• Maintain detailed equipment records and prints.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
• Competitive retirement savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED