Industrial Maintenance Technician II
Cargill · Owosso, MI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 18+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 10 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Cargill (food & beverage) in Owosso, MI. At least 1 year of experience working independently in one or two maintenance trades or components, such as mechanical, electrical, welding, lubrication, pumps, or hydraulics.
- They ask for
- 18+ years
- Tools it names
- Welding
- 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.
Michigan plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 76 other live reliability postings in Michigan.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (18+ vs 5+)
Typical $87k–$145k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 58%
- PLC 43%
- ✓ Welding 32%
- EHS / safety 25%
- Robotics 22%
- Tooling 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Full description from CargillAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
What You Will Do
- ◆Perform preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on production and facility equipment with limited direction
- ◆Troubleshoot routine mechanical, electrical, or system issues and escalate complex problems as needed
- ◆Use hand tools, power tools, and standard maintenance equipment to complete repairs safely and efficiently
- ◆Read and follow electrical or mechanical schematics, blueprints, manuals, and work instructions
- ◆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 in English (verbal/written)
- ✓At least 1 year of experience working independently in one or two maintenance trades or components, such as mechanical, electrical, welding, lubrication, pumps, or hydraulics
- ✓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: Owosso, MI
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
What Will Put You Ahead
- •Experience troubleshooting and resolving routine issues across multiple pieces of equipment, not just assigned tasks
- •Ability to apply maintenance skills across more than one area or system within the facility
- •Experience using maintenance systems to plan, document, and close work orders
- •Familiarity with safety practices such as lockout/tagout, job hazard analysis, and confined space awareness.
- •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.
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