Elevator Technician I

About This Role

This entry-level position involves receiving, storing, handling, drying, blending, and loading grain, as well as monitoring its condition. The technician will also maintain and clean grain facilities and equipment to ensure a safe working environment. The role includes operating trucks and other motorized equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform job tasks in a safe manner and follow compliance with UGC safety programs and procedures
• Take responsibility for own safe work behavior
• Maintain work areas and facilities properly
• Provide courteous and responsive customer service
• Perform or assist in routine maintenance and basic level repairs
• Assist in the unloading or loading of grain commodities by truck, rail or barge
• Weigh or measure materials and products, using scales or other measuring instruments
• Perform grain quality and evaluation
• Maintain equipment, machinery, and work stations, using hand tools, shovels, brooms, chemicals, hoses, and lubricants
• Observe and listen to machinery and conveyor operations and monitor lights, dials, and gauges, in order to maintain specified operating levels and to detect equipment malfunctions
• Inform supervisors of equipment malfunctions that need to be addressed

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED degree and/or equivalent training preferred
• Exceptions made for minors 16 years and older in high school permitted for seasonal/temporary positions
• A valid driver’s license may be required, depending on location
• A valid driver’s license is required to drive company vehicles
• Maintenance experience with a mechanical aptitude is preferred
• Agricultural experience is preferred but not required
• Experience with computer programs such as Word and Excel preferred, but not required
• Proven interpersonal skills; must support a team-oriented and inclusive approach with a high level of integrity and reliability
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with employees and customers
• Ability to understand and follow all safety guidelines
• Must be able to work extended hours as needed

About the Company

Each employee is responsible for their own safe work behavior and the safety of their coworkers. Employees in this position will be required to maintain a positive, forthright attitude that promotes a collaborative, respectful, and diverse corporate culture, and conduct themselves in a professional and favorable manner. It is essential that all employees align with the values of Inclusivity, Integrity, Reliability, and Safety by contributing to the creation of solutions and positive experiences for team members, customers, and producers while providing a high level of customer care and service.