Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Cargill is a trusted salt supplier to a wide variety of industries; our portfolio includes food processing salts, sodium reduction solutions, salt for water softeners and swimming pools, bulk and packaged ice melters, industrial salts, and salt for animal feeding. Working at Cargill is an opportunity to thrive – a place to develop your career to the fullest while engaging in meaningful work that makes a positive impact around the globe! We depend on creative, responsible, hardworking individuals like you to operate our business successfully
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Job Type: Full TimeShift(s) Available: 1stCompensation: $ 42.08/hr

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







Principal Accountabilities


Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on heavy equipment
Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
Maintain equipment such as industrial heavy equipment, forklifts, loaders, conveyors, pumps, compressors
Troubleshoot equipment failures and minimize downtime
Perform welding, fabrication, and parts replacement as required
Complete maintenance work orders and document repairs accurately
Follow all safety, lockout/tagout, and environmental procedures
Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
Other duties as assigned








Required Qualifications

Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Must be 18 years or older
Basic computer skills
Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, rain, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
High school diploma or GED
1+ years of industrial or heavy equipment maintenance experience
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (bearings, gearboxes, belts, chains)
Working knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
Working knowledge of DPF and DEF equipment systems
Experience working with heavy equipment drivetrain systems
Ability to read schematics, manuals, and work instructions
Proficient with hand and power tools
Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice



Preferred Qualifications

Experience with CAT SIS/ET and John Deere computer diagnostic systems
Experience in manufacturing, industrial, food production, or processing environments
Heavy equipment/industrial maintenance technical diploma from a trade school, or 3 years equivalent experience
Electrical troubleshooting experience (motors, controls, VFDs)
Welding certification or demonstrated welding experience
Forklift or mobile equipment certification
Vocational or technical trade training
CMRT, PMMI, or related maintenance certifications


Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.




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Salary: . Date posted: 04/09/2026