Maintenance Technician - Millwright

Build Your Career with NEW Cooperative At NEW Cooperative, we're committed to supporting agriculture, strengthening our communities, and investing in our people. As a farmer-owned cooperative, we provide meaningful career opportunities across operations, agronomy, grain, feed, energy, transportation, administration, technology, and corporate services. Whether you're just beginning your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find a team that values safety, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a difference every day. Explore the position below to see how you can become part of the NEW Cooperative team. Position Summary/Objective: Assist in the repairs, construction, and general maintenance of a broad range of grain, fertilizer, and agronomy equipment in existing facilities as well as capital improvement projects in a safe and effective manner. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Include but are not limited to the following: Safety • Uses all tools, equipment, and vehicles in a safe and careful manner and for their intended use. • Imperative that maintenance personnel adhere to all safety standards, procedures and policies to ensure that effective execution of duties and responsibilities Mechanics • Operates cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts. • Welds parts together using both gas welding or brazing and any combination of gauges, valves, pressure regulators and related equipment. • Use of power tools such as grinders, saws, drills, etc. • Moves machinery and equipment such as telehandler, skid loader or forklift. • Assembles machines, bolts, welds, rivets, or otherwise fastens them to foundation or other structures. • Align machines and equipment. • Dismantles machines. Maintenance & Repairs • Repairs and lubricated machines and equipment. • Maintains records of maintenance activities. • Ensures that work area, equipment, and vehicles are all neat, clean, and well maintained. Other • Works necessary hours as requested by manager to ensure completion of projects, response to needed maintenance requests, and provide exceptional quality service. Basic Employment Expectations: Safety • Performs work in a safe manner at all times and uses the appropriate PPE. • Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports unsafe conditions. • Considers the safety of oneself, and other employees, and customers. • Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain. Communication • Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisor, departments, and fellow employees. • Communicates with supervisor and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early. Accountability & Professionalism • Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual. • Carries a fair share of the workload. • Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions. • Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work. • Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operation of the work environment. Customer Service • Continually works to satisfy customers to address questions/concerns through effective communication, solving problems, responding to questions, and managing their expectations. Personal/Professional Development • Establishes personal performance goals and works toward these goals. • Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job. Qualifications & Requirements: • Must be licensed and insurable to driv