Maintenance Technician

The overall objective for this role is to maintain all construction as needed on all processing facilities and machinery.

As a member of the Beck’s Family of employees, all full‑time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package.

• Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
• 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
• Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
• Company Christmas Party, Free Lunch, Two‑Hundred Dollar Merchandise Allowance, & Much More

• Perform daily maintenance duties as assigned by the Location Maintenance Lead.
• Comply with approved safety methods while completing maintenance duties.
• Ensure all energy sources (electrical, pneumatic, gravity, etc.) conform to proper lockout/tag out procedures.
• Exercise discretion in selecting the proper equipment for tasks above ground level such as ladders, lifts, harnesses and protection against falls.
• Remain aware of environmental hazards and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report on parts needed, inventories and order as assigned.
• Respond to emergency maintenance needs for the processing facilities as they arise.
  
  Manage gas cylinders and calls for deliveries.
• Enter assets into preventative maintenance program.
• Manage inventory accurately.
• Sharpen drill bits.
• Enter daily logs of work completed.
• Assist by helping maintenance.
• Perform other related duties as may be required.

• Education and training:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy.
• CDL or Chauffeur’s license or equivalent may be required.
• Technical knowledge:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good attitude towards work.
• Working knowledge of tools and seed processing machinery.
• Ability to successfully complete Confined Space training.
• Must be able to complete Aerial Work Platform Safety course.
• Ability to successfully complete Beck’s Fork Lift training required.
• Ability to perform basic tasks on a computer including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Characteristics for success:
• Commitment to the mission of Beck’s Hybrids, specifically, to provide our customers with the best seed quality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards.
• Ability to look at situations from several points of view.
• Has a positive attitude.
• Integrity.
• Innovation.
• Passion.
• Adaptability.
• Teamwork.
• Commitment.
• Ability to exercise judgment.
• Travel and hours of work:
• Overnight travel may be required based on project needs at Beck’s regional locations and may vary in duration of time.
• Physical demands:
• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to pass respiratory medical clearance evaluation may be required.
• Ability to pass DOT physical examination and obtain Medical Examiner’s Certificate may be required.
• Experience:
• Three (3) years in construction and maintenance in the seed industry.
• Past Inventory Management preferred.
• In an effort to provide a safer, drug‑free workplace for employees, all full‑time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre‑employment screenings.