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Grain Elevator OperatorPosted 3 weeks ago

Elevator Technician I

$34,611–$50,814 year

On-siteConrad, Montana, United States

Full TimeHigh School Or Equivalent

Job Summary

Conduct grain receiving, storage handling, drying, blending, and loading operations while monitoring stored grain condition and ensuring facility safety. Operate trucks and motorized equipment to assist in unloading or loading commodities by truck, rail, or barge. Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on machinery, using hand tools and chemicals to maintain equipment and work stations. Weigh and measure materials using scales, evaluate grain quality, and detect equipment malfunctions by observing conveyor operations and gauges. Report any equipment issues to supervisors immediately and maintain a safe work environment by following all UGC safety programs and procedures.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED degree
  • Valid driver's license
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with employees and customers
  • Ability to understand and follow all safety guidelines
  • Ability to work extended hours as needed
  • Ability to work in tight and confined spaces
  • Ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, lift, grip, grasp, push, and pull various tools and equipment
  • Ability to frequently lift, push, pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally more
  • Ability to ascend/descend ladders
  • Ability to read and comprehend written and oral operational and safety instructions and related rules, policies, and memo
  • Ability to communicate clearly with your coworkers and supervisors
  • Vision that permits close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
  • Ability to detect odors
  • Ability to understand and discern safety warning systems
  • Ability to frequently stand
  • Ability to use hands to finger, handle or feel
  • Ability to reach with hands and arms
  • Must be able to work in this environment (all types of weather and temperature environments)
  • Must be able to work in and around grain dust
  • Must be able to work at significant heights with requisite balance and equilibrium
  • Must have the ability to ride a belt lift
  • Must be able to perform routine maintenance and basic level repairs
  • Must be able to assist in the unloading or loading of grain commodities by truck, rail or barge
  • Must be able to weigh or measure materials and products, using scales or other measuring instruments
  • Must be able to observe and listen to machinery and conveyor operations
  • Must be able to monitor lights, dials, and gauges
  • Must be able to detect equipment malfunctions
  • Must be able to inform supervisors of equipment malfunctions that need to be addressed
  • Must be able to maintain equipment, machinery, and work stations, using hand tools, shovels, brooms, chemicals, hoses, and lubricants
  • Must be able to provide courteous and responsive customer service
  • Must be able to perform job tasks in a safe manner
  • Must be able to take responsibility for own safe work behavior
  • Must be able to maintain a positive, forthright attitude that promotes a collaborative, respectful, and diverse corporate culture
  • Must be able to conduct themselves in a professional and favorable manner
  • Must be able to align with our values of Inclusivity, Integrity, Reliability, and Safety
  • Must be able to contribute to the creation of solutions and positive experiences for team members, customers, and producers
  • Must be able to provide a high level of customer care and service
  • Must be able to support a team-oriented and inclusive approach with a high level of integrity and reliability
  • Must be able to follow compliance with UGC safety programs and procedures

Desired Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED degree and/or equivalent training preferred
  • Maintenance experience
  • Agricultural experience
  • Experience with computer programs such as Word and Excel
  • Proven interpersonal skills

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