Industrial Electromechanical Technician I

Cargill · Casa Grande, AZ

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Level: Technician
Team: Reliability
Experience asked: 18+ years
Industry: Food & beverage
Posted: 30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Cargill (food & beverage) in Casa Grande, AZ.

They ask for: 18+ years
Tools it names: PLC, Automation
Day to day: some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.

Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1786 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Arizona plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 31 other live reliability postings in Arizona.

Experience asked: More than usual (18+ vs 4+)

Skills these teams ask for most

Team leadership 56%
Welding 31%
✓ PLC 25%
Tooling 25%
EHS / safety 22%
Injection molding 22%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 18+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverageLifts up to 50 lbs

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This plant: Cargill in Casa Grande

1 other open role at this site.

Production Technician I · Production · Technician

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What You Will Do

◆Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and automation plant equipment.
◆Troubleshoot basic equipment, electrical, or automation issues and escalate complex problems as needed.
◆Assist with basic modifications or adjustments to automated or computer‑controlled systems under guidance.
◆Use hand tools, power tools, and basic diagnostic equipment to complete assigned maintenance tasks.
◆Read and follow electrical and mechanical schematics, manuals, and work instructions.
◆Document completed work, findings, and corrective actions in maintenance computer systems.
◆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.
✓Understand and communicate efficiently in English (verbal/written).
✓Foundational experience or training in mechanical, electrical, electro‑mechanical, or maintenance‑related work.
✓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.

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New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.

Job Location : Casa Grande, AZ

Job Type: Full Time

Shift(s) Available: 2nd, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

What Will Put You Ahead

•Basic exposure to PLCs, automated systems, sensors, or control panels.
•Familiarity with maintenance systems for documenting work or tracking repairs.
•Experience working around production, packaging, or industrial equipment.
•Technical training, trade school coursework, or related military experience.

Benefits

•Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
•Health and Wellness Incentives
•Paid Vacation and Holidays
•401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
•Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
•Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
•Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
•Tuition Reimbursement
•Employee Discounts

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.

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