Industrial Maintenance Technician I
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 18, 2026.
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Job Location: Vinton, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available: 2nd
Compensation: $24.00/hr - $36.00/hr (Based on experience)
Sign-on Bonus: $2,500.00
Job Overview
The Industrial Maintenance Technician I supports plant operations by performing basic maintenance and repair tasks on production and facility equipment while following safety and maintenance standards. This role focuses on learning maintenance skills, completing routine work, and supporting more experienced technicians with frequent guidance
What You Will Do
- Perform preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance tasks on production and facility equipment with guidance.
- Use basic hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment to complete assigned work safely.
- Assist with troubleshooting mechanical or electrical issues and escalate complex problems as needed.
- Read and follow basic work instructions, schematics, manuals, and maintenance procedures.
- Document completed work, findings, and parts usage in maintenance computer systems.
- Follow safety, lockout/tagout, and housekeeping standards to maintain a safe work environment.
- Work flexible schedules including overtime, weekends, holidays, or rotating shifts with advance notice.
- Perform other duties as assigned
What You Will Need
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Ability to understand and communicate basic maintenance instructions in English(verbal/written).
- Basic experience or exposure in at least one maintenance trade or component, such as mechanical, electrical, lubrication, or welding.
- Ability to work indoors/outdoors environments (heat, cold, dust, and noise) while performing physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, twisting, and working at heights (4 feet and above), with or without reasonable accommodation.
What Will Put You Ahead
- Prior experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical environment.
- Exposure to basic maintenance tasks such as lubrication, inspections, or parts replacement.
- Familiarity with basic hand tools or power tools.
- Technical training, certifications, or trade school coursework relevant to industrial maintenance, or related military experience
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- 401(k) with Cargill Matching Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Development Opportunities
About Cargill
Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.
This position is in our specialized portfolio enterprise where we serve diverse businesses who support unique customers or markets, including animal nutrition and health, bioindustrial, road safety salt and Cargill joint ventures.
Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement. Considered candidates may receive a phone call from a 952 area code.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vet