Agronomy Operations Millwright - South FS, Inc Effingham, IL

SALARY RANGE

$25-$30 / hour

The Agronomy Operations Millwright is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical equipment across multiple South Central FS agronomy facilities. This role ensures operational reliability of blending plants, fertilizer handling systems, and Anhydrous Ammonia infrastructure to support customer service during critical windows. This position is mobile in nature, working across several locations within the trade territory, and plays a key role in minimizing downtime during peak seasons.

• Inspect, maintain, and repair equipment including:
  • Dry fertilizer blending towers and loadout systems
  • Conveyors, legs, augers, and handling equipment
  • Liquid fertilizer and chemical pumps, plumbing, and transfer systems
  • Bearings, gearboxes, belts, chains, and drive systems
  • Anhydrous Ammonia bulk plants and equipment
• Diagnose mechanical failures quickly and perform efficient, safe repairs to minimize operational disruption.
• Perform preventative maintenance during off‑season to ensure peak‑season readiness.

• Travel between South Central FS agronomy locations to support maintenance needs.
• Prioritize repairs based on operational demands, especially during:
  • Spring and Fall application seasons
• Work closely with location managers, applicators, and operations staff to coordinate maintenance and avoid downtime.
• Assist with facility inspections and seasonal startup/shutdown procedures.

• Install and commission new equipment or upgrades at agronomy facilities.
• Assist in millwright work associated with facility improvements such as:
  • Blender upgrades
  • Loadout improvements
  • Automation/mechanical retrofits
• Perform welding, fabrication, and modification work as needed.

• Maintain service truck and tools in good working condition.
• Track and communicate parts needs for critical components.
• Work with operations leadership to plan offseason repair work and capital improvements.
• Successfully adhere to safety rules and company policies and procedures. EHS, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures must be adhered to at all times.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and 3+ years of mechanical/Millwright work experience in industrial or agricultural settings. Requires the ability to obtain an acceptable valid Class A CDL and a valid DOT medical card. Strong working knowledge of mechanical power transmission systems, conveyor systems and bulk material handling, as well as fertilizer and grain equipment or similar.

We are dedicated to supporting the long‑term financial well‑being of our employees through a fully funded pension, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with supplemental plans such as accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. Employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company matching, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. As a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job‑related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.