Maintenance Electrician

Cargill · Grantsville, UT

Level: Technician
Team: Reliability
Experience asked: 18+ years
Industry: Food & beverage
Posted: 2 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Cargill (food & beverage) in Grantsville, UT. Perform preventative predictive and reactive electrical maintenance in the facility following established procedures.

They ask for: 18+ years
Tools it names: Automation, SAP
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.

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

How this role compares

Against 15 other live reliability postings in Utah.

Experience asked: More than usual (18+ vs 3+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Automation 38%
PLC 38%
Welding 31%
Team leadership 31%

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

Stands out: this posting asks for SAP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with 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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What You Will Do

◆Perform preventative predictive and reactive electrical maintenance in the facility following established procedures.
◆Install troubleshoot and repair electrical systems including low voltage automation motor controls and other industrial electrical components.
◆Read and follow electrical schematics blueprints equipment manuals and work instructions.
◆Document completed work inspections and equipment conditions using maintenance computer software.
◆Operate standard maintenance tools and mobile equipment such as forklifts scissor lifts or aerial lifts as needed.
◆Follow all safety policies and procedures and help maintain a clean organized and safe work environment while supporting other maintenance tasks as assigned.
◆Willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, or variable shifts with advance notice.
◆Perform 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 and written.
✓Able to work indoors and outdoors, including at heights of 4 feet or more, and capable of performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing, bending, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation and while using appropriate PPE.
✓Minimum one year of experience troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems (low, medium, or high voltage).
✓Important note: Eligible candidates must receive a passing score on a Ramsay standarized test.
✓Routine background check and Alcohol Tobacco and Firearm (ATF) 'Explosives Possessor' background check: To ensure a safe working environment for all employees, we will conduct a criminal background check.

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Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.

Job Location: Timpie, UT

Job Type: Full Time

Shift(s) Available: 1st: 5:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday-Thursday

What Will Put You Ahead

•Experience with SAP or a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
•Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or interest in obtaining certification.
•Technical diploma in industrial/equipment electrical maintenance or two years of related experience.
•Experience working with high‑voltage (
•Predictive or precision maintenance training or certifications.

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 Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.

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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