IT Maintenance Technician

Cargill•West Columbia, SC

About The Position

Cargill is hiring an IT Maintenance Technician for its protein and salt business in West Columbia, South Carolina. The role involves maintaining computer workstations and peripheral devices as well as troubleshooting and repairing production equipment. The technician uses standard maintenance tools and equipment, reads mechanical and electrical schematics, and documents assigned work while following safety rules and departmental policies.

Requirements

  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
  • Must have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • Must have basic experience with maintenance trades, such as industrial electrical/automation, millwrighting, and/or plumbing.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous industrial maintenance experience.
  • A two-year degree related to the maintenance field.
  • Work history within the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

  • Install and manage workstations, computers, and peripheral devices such as routers and printers.
  • Monitor computer hardware, including hard drives, mice, and keyboards, to ensure normal performance.
  • Install and configure software and functions according to specifications.
  • Safely operate standard maintenance tools, including power tools, basic hand tools, and basic electrical testing equipment.
  • Repair and rebuild gearboxes and properly align belt and chain drive setups.
  • Repair and troubleshoot production equipment.
  • Read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics.
  • Document daily assigned work on paper and in the maintenance management system.
  • Follow prescribed safety rules, regulations, and departmental policies and procedures.

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.
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