Industrial Electromechanical Technician I

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Job Location: Casa Grande, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 2nd, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. 
Compensation: $28.21 to $32.70/Hr, based on experience

Job Overview

The Industrial Electromechanical Technician I supports safe and reliable plant operations by performing routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on manufacturing and production equipment. This is a hands-on industrial maintenance position working directly on mechanical, electrical, and automated systems in a plant environment. The role focuses on developing electro-mechanical maintenance skills while working under regular guidance.

What You Will Do

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and automation plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment, electrical, or automation issues and escalate complex problems as needed.
• Assist with basic modifications or adjustments to automated or computer‑controlled systems under guidance.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and basic diagnostic equipment to complete assigned maintenance tasks.
• Read and follow electrical and mechanical schematics, manuals, and work instructions.
• Document completed work, findings, and corrective actions in maintenance computer systems.
• Work flexible schedules including overtime, weekends, holidays, or rotating shifts with advance notice.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Understand and communicate efficiently in English (verbal/written).
• Foundational experience or training in mechanical, electrical, electro‑mechanical, or maintenance‑related work.
• Ability to work indoors/outdoors environments (heat, cold, dust, and noise) while performing physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, twisting, and working at heights (4 feet and above), with or without reasonable accommodation.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Basic exposure to PLCs, automated systems, sensors, or control panels.
• Familiarity with maintenance systems for documenting work or tracking repairs.
• Experience working around production, packaging, or industrial equipment.
• Technical training, trade school coursework, or related military experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts 

About Cargill

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well. 

This position is in our specialized portfolio enterprise where we serve diverse businesses who support unique customers or markets, including animal nutrition and health, bioindustrial, road safety salt and Cargill joint ventures.  

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement. Considered candidates may receive a phone call from a 952 area code.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vet.