Your Job
Koch Fertilizer, LLC is now hiring a self-driven Industrial Maintenance Technician for our Sergeant Bluff, IA Facility.
Our Benefits Package Includes:
Annual Operations Incentive Program
Automatic 401K company contribution along with competitive match program
Excellent Health benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
This is a flexible day shift position, Monday - Friday and may include some over-night travel to other terminals. The successful candidate will be able to report to on call requests within 45 minutes of the terminal reporting location.
Our Team
Koch Fertilizer, LLC owns network of storage and terminal assets across the Midwest responsible for storage and shipment of anhydrous ammonia and other fertilizer products to customers for agricultural and industrial use
What You Will Do
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and operate ammonia refrigeration system, dry fertilizer and UAN storage, loading/unloading systems
- Work with full life cycle of ammonia/UAN/dry fertilizer processes including refrigeration, gas fired heating, instrumentation, PLC control systems, pumps, motors, conveyers, belts and loading/unloading processes
- Operate through safe work practices while storing and moving products by following environmental standards to ensure continuous compliance
- Perform physical job requirements in all types of weather
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Experience with mechanical and/or electrical system troubleshooting and repair
- Live within 45 minutes of the facility
Physical Requirements:
Ability to pass a pulmonary breathing test
Ability to wear a gas mask type respirator while performing the physical job duties
Ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs
Ability to push/pull up to 135lbs
Ability to climb stairs/ladders to work at heights of 25-100 ft while wearing a full-face mask type respirator and full Level A Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
What Will Put You Ahead
- Certification/Associates Degree (Maintenance, Mechanical, etc.), or higher, OR Instrumentation & Electrical experience within an industrial/Military environment
- Previous experience working in an ammonia, chemical, or refinery environment
- Experience with PLC troubleshooting, repair or installation
- Experience rebuilding pumps, compressors or valves
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf
