Maintenance Mechanic C - 353
Cargill · Schuyler, NE
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 18+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 8 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Cargill (food & beverage) in Schuyler, NE.
- They ask for
- 18+ years · degree required
- 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.
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How this role compares
Against 26 other live reliability postings in Nebraska.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (18+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Welding 63%
- PLC 33%
- Team leadership 33%
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This plant: Cargill in Schuyler
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Required Qualifications
- ✓Must be eligible to work in the united states without visa sponsorship
- ✓Must be 18 years or older
- ✓Able to read, write and speak English
- ✓Knowledge of basic tools and maintenance related subjects
- ✓Previous experience in maintenance
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Maintenance Related Certification or Degree
Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.
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Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.
Job Location: Schuyler, NE
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 3rd
Benefits Information
- •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
Principal Accountabilities
- •May operate heavy machinery (including forklift) or computer programs
- •Use a variety of tools and retrieve parts
- •Conduct daily set-up of area
- •Troubleshooting
- •Working around or with machinery and power sources such as electricity
- •Ensuring safety, food safety and quality
- •Cleanliness and housekeeping
- •Maintaining a safe working environment
- •Participating on various teams such as HAZMAT