Truck and Trailer Maintenance Technician

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS is looking for a Truck and Trailer Mechanic to join our team in McPherson, KS! This individual will be performing preventative and light maintenance on our semis and trailers. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8am- 5pm. Hours can vary based on need, and there is potential for some Saturday work if need is high.

This role is eligible for a $3,000 sign on bonus. $1500 will be paid after 30 days, and an additional $1500 will be paid after a year in the role.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, repair and maintain vehicles, machinery and equipment in the assigned area of responsibility to minimize unscheduled downtime and to improve availability and reliability of equipment.
  • Schedule and perform preventive maintenance to support operating departments with safe, reliable vehicles and equipment/machinery that are in full compliance with all regulatory agencies and at a cost within industry standards.
  • Perform record keeping and documentation as required.
  • Follow all CHS policies and procedures. Participate in company training for service and repair of vehicles, equipment, and facilities.
  • Report all parts used to ensure appropriate inventory of parts and equipment.

Maintain all tools and keep work areas clean and neat.

  • Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
  • Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

  • 1+ years of experience in Production, Operations and/or Maintenance and/or Electrical Maintenance

Additional Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED preferred
  • Vocational/technical school training in production maintenance/mechanics preferred
  • Previous experience in industrial maintenance
  • Working knowledge of the operations, control, and functions of equipment and machinery
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work additional hours as needed to meet business demands
  • Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position.

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com; to verify that the communication is from CHS.


Skills:
Agriculture, Communication Skills, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Legal, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance Services, Mechanical Maintenance, Operations Control, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Reliability Engineering, Writing Skills


About the Company:
CHS Inc


Just as in 1929, CHS is a farmer-owned cooperative working to help America’s farmers be more successful. Today, because of our belief in shared success and farmer-first values, we’ve grown into a Fortune 100 company that over the past five years has returned nearly $2 billion in cash to our farmer and member cooperative owners. Together, we’re making a difference around the world with our depth of energy, grain and food solutions—not to mention our full range of business services and our commitment to stewardship.



Company Size:
500 to 999 employees


Industry:
Agriculture/Forestry/Fishing


Founded:
1929


Website:


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