Lead Maintenance Technician

CHS, Inc.•Yuma, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CHS, Inc has a opening to lead our Maintenance team in Yuma, CO! You will perform and provide guidance for all tasks associated with our grain & agronomy locations by installing, adjusting and maintaining all mechanical equipment & operations. Daily, you will lead our crew to perform general and preventive maintenance on our machines & facilities. Minimal travel, on call hours, and overtime eligibility will be keys to success in this opportunity - apply to be a part of the largest cooperative in the U.S.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in Production, Operations, and/or Maintenance
Experience troubleshooting issues, identifying and completing appropriate repairs, and implementing measures to prevent reoccurring maintenance problems
Working knowledge of the operations, control, and functions of equipment and machinery
Ability to be on-call 24/7
Ability to work extended hours as needed

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED preferred

Responsibilities

With limited supervision, maintain machinery, equipment, facilities or vehicles as needed and as efficiently and timely as possible.
Repair and perform preventative maintenance to ensure the most efficient operation.
Identify and diagnosis problems on equipment and continually monitor equipment while initiating appropriate repair processes.
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
Inspect parts, replacements, alignment, balancing, installation and refurbishment on a wide variety of equipment.
Coordinate with the supervisor on tasks ranging from simple part replacement, advanced troubleshooting and preventative/predictive maintenance interventions ensuring that equipment is properly configured and/or set up.
Install, maintain, rebuild, replace parts, equipment and machinery and troubleshoot maintenance problems.
Perform maintenance planning and scheduling activities to assign equipment work orders.
Provide training to less experienced team members.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or directed.