Elevator Technician II

UNITED GRAIN CORPORATION•Umatilla, OR

3d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Grain Elevator Technician II proactively performs Grain Elevator Technician I tasks under limited supervision. Work includes receiving, storing, drying, blending, and loading grain; monitoring stored grain condition; and maintaining and cleaning grain facilities and equipment to ensure a safe environment. The position also involves driving trucks and other motorized equipment. Employees are responsible for their own safe work behavior and the safety of coworkers. The technician is expected to maintain a positive, forthright attitude that supports a collaborative, respectful, and diverse corporate culture, and to conduct themselves professionally. Employees are expected to align with the company’s values of inclusivity, integrity, reliability, and safety while contributing to positive experiences for team members, customers, and producers and providing a high level of customer care and service.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and/or equivalent training.
1 to 3 years of relevant experience.
Valid driver’s license to drive company vehicles.
Proven interpersonal skills and ability to support a team-oriented, inclusive approach with integrity and reliability.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees and customers.
Ability to understand and follow all safety guidelines.
Ability to work extended hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

Maintenance experience and mechanical aptitude.
Agricultural experience.
Experience with computer programs such as MS Suite and agricultural software such as One Weigh, Agris, or PLC/HMI.

Responsibilities

Perform job tasks safely and comply with company safety programs and procedures.
Take responsibility for personal safe work behavior and support coworker safety.
Maintain work areas and facilities.
Provide courteous and responsive customer service.
Perform or assist with routine maintenance and repairs.
Assist with unloading or loading grain commodities by truck, rail, and barge.
Weigh or measure materials and products using scales or other measuring instruments.
Perform grain quality evaluation.
Maintain equipment, machinery, and workstations using hand tools, shovels, brooms, chemicals, hoses, and lubricants.
Observe and listen to machinery and conveyor operations and monitor lights, dials, and gauges to maintain operating levels and detect malfunctions.
Inform supervisors of potential or actual equipment malfunctions and suggest repair options.
Perform repair work as needed.
Drive trucks and other motorized equipment.
Receive, store, dry, blend, and load grain, and monitor stored grain condition.
Maintain and clean grain facilities and equipment.