Maintenance Technician

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first. We have an exciting opportunity for a Facilities Maintenance Technician to join our company onsite at our Plainview, TX location.   

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. 

 What You’ll Do: 

• Supporting plant operations.
• Deliver maintenance support for capital projects.
• Maintain 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.
• Assure 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 remedy future machine failures.
• Create, continually update, and train on preventative maintenance plans for varied equipment.
• Complete fabrication projects to improve plant processes.
• Maintain detailed equipment records and prints.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education: 

• You have your high school diploma/GED. 

What Skills You Need: 

• You possess one (1) year of education and/or experience of Industrial Electromechanical or Maintenance experience (e.g., HVAC, Millwright, Welding, Pneumatic Controls, Hydraulics, etc.).
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair equipment independently.
• You must possess good communication skills and work well with others.
• You possess basic mechanical and equipment knowledge on conveyors, gearboxes, chains, sprockets, bearings, etc.
• You are willing and able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation: Climb and/or work in elevated areas, Stand and sit for extended periods, work outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions, lift to fifty (50) lbs., and perform work that involves repetitive motion and lifting.
• You are comfortable with technology and possess good computer aptitude including the use of Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and are willing and able to learn other company specific applications as required.
• You uphold health and safety to the highest standard. You consistently help others and demonstrate adherence to safety protocols, policies, and procedures to ensure you and your colleagues go home safely every day
• You understand that delivering to our customers on time keeps us viable and we are willing and able to work rotating shifts and overtime hours, which include nights and weekends during seasonal peaks, to support production demand.

What Makes You Stand Out: 

• Two-Year Technical or associate’s degree in maintenance, Agriculture, Manufacturing, Electrical, or related field.
• Three (3) years of education and experience of Industrial Electromechanical and/or Maintenance experience (e.g., HVAC, Millwright, Welding, Pneumatic Controls, Hydraulics, etc.).
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic repair and test equipment.
• Previous experience or knowledge of production agriculture and associated machinery (i.e., conveyors, elevator legs, packaging equipment, etc.) or other mechanical/electrical systems.
• Basic process control and electrical system knowledge.
• Previous experience or knowledge of heating/cooling, refrigeration, security, materials handling equipment (i.e., conveyors, elevator legs, packaging equipment, etc.) or other mechanical/electrical systems.
• Millwright, welding, and forklift driving skills.          
• Previous experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or similar systems.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• 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

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

• Learn more about our total rewards package here -

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