Grain Elevator Maintenance Technician Job at The DeLong Co., Inc., Crystal Lake, IL

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  • The DeLong Co., Inc.
  • Crystal Lake, IL

Job Description


Location: 8550 Ridgefield Road, USA, Crystal Lake, IL, 60012
Employee Type: Full Time - Non-Exempt
Required Degree: Highschool
Manage Others: No

Description

Grain Elevator Maintenance Technician

WILLINGNESS TO WORK OUTSIDE ALL YEAR IS A MUST!

Benefits
  • The DeLong Co., Inc. offers affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx and Life insurance coverage.
  • 401k with matching, FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
  • Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life and Voluntary Long Term Disability
  • Vacation and Sick Time
  • Career driven long term position with the opportunity for advancement

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the peak work hours. From September until December hours will be 7am - 7pm.

Location: Crystal Lake, IL

Pay: $22-$25 hourly based on experience

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • As a Grain Elevator Maintenance Technician you must work safely within company policy, procedures, and governmental regulations and fully participate in company safety programs
  • Perform critical operations to keep facility running
  • This position is expected to assist all areas of the unloading, loading and transferring of grain and grain products by truck and rail operations
  • Must develop a knowledge of the product you are dealing with and its hazardous properties
  • Understand the proper operation of conveyance equipment that is utilized in shipping, receiving and transferring of grain and grain products and the associated safety systems of that equipment
  • Maintain all rolling stock equipment
  • Provide a high level of customer service by displaying courteous, helpful, knowledgeable interaction and behaviors.
  • Housekeeping as related, but not limited to, the cleanliness and orderliness of the grain handling area (tunnels, head house, concrete grounds, grass areas, etc.), as well as any areas within the plant as delegated by position supervisor
  • Monitor equipment to ensure it is in good working order, participate in the overall maintenance of the facility and equipment - notify management of any necessary repairs or possible equipment concerns. Removes choke-ups, cleans spills and follows proper safety policies while doing such
  • Be an involved/engaged member of a team and be willing to act, think and work independently.
  • Other duties as assigned

Work Environment for the Grain Elevator:

This job operates in an outdoor environment. There is exposure to grain dust, weather elements, heavy truck and machinery activity. Includes working at heights up to 150'. Harnesses and other safety equipment are required in some situations, must be willing/able to perform task while wearing these items.

Physical Demands for the Grain Elevator:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, handle heights up to 150 feet, and work in all weather conditions. This is a manual labor job. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively. Must be safety oriented.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
  • Previous Grain Elevator Experience preferred.
  • Previous welding or millwright experience required.
  • Excellent people skills, with an ability to collaborate with a team.
  • Flexible and able to multitask; can work within a fast-moving environment.
  • Ability to work long hours on a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and evenings during peak season.
  • Maintain a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Compensation details: 22-25 Hourly Wage

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Outdoor, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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