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Maintenance Technician - APC

LGI · Arion, IA

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Degree
Required
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
11 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at LGI (industrial) in Arion, IA.

They ask for
5+ years · degree required
Tools it names
PLC, Automation, Welding, Tooling, EHS / safety
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage
Openings
2 with this title at this site

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

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$83k.

Median of the low and high ends of 39 live postings that list pay, out of 1590 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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

How this role compares

Against 48 other live reliability postings in Iowa.

Experience asked
More than usual (5+ vs 2+)

Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 65%
  • ✓ PLC 43%
  • ✓ Welding 43%
  • TPM 24%
  • ✓ EHS / safety 20%
  • Root cause 20%

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

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: LGI in Arion

1 other open role at this site.

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Qualifications

Education : High School Diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Maintenance, Industrial Technology, Engineering or related field preferred.

Experience : Experience with equipment maintenance required; 3-5 years’ experience related to industrial electrical, industrial welding or industrial plumbing preferred.

  • ✓Skills: Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and P&IDs (Process and Instrumentation Diagrams).
  • ✓Certifications: OSHA 10, CMRT (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician), or specialized welding certifications are often desired.

Job duties

  • ◆Examine, test, maintain and repair all physical plant machinery and equipment to assure safe and efficient operations.
  • ◆Inspect, maintain and repair cooling and heating systems.
  • ◆Repair and install pipes, fittings, fixtures and other plumbing duties as required.
  • ◆Maintain and repair pumps, valves and motors as required by management.
  • ◆Records and logs maintenance repairs and inspections.
  • ◆Assist to construct and repair production facilities, including building, structure walls, floors, cabinets and fixtures.
  • ◆Follow good housekeeping practices for maintenance areas such as; washing, cleaning, and maintaining tools and other equipment.
  • ◆Assist in snow and ice removal from company sidewalks and driveways.
  • ◆Operate forklifts and non-motorized pallet jacks as required.
  • ◆Operate company vehicle as required.
  • ◆Ability to change bags in baghouse.
  • ◆Ensure fundamental feed safety and quality practices are maintained to achieve feed safety and quality objectives and to support the development, implementation and maintenance and ongoing improvements of feed safety programs.
  • ◆Maintenance Supervisor or other qualified personnel will cover for the absence of the Maintenance Technician.

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Requirements

  • ✓Certifications: OSHA 10, CMRT (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician), or specialized welding certifications are often desired.
  • ✓Skills: Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and P&IDs (Process and Instrumentation Diagrams).

Job duties

  • ◆Examine, test, maintain and repair all physical plant machinery and equipment to assure safe and efficient operations.
  • ◆Inspect, maintain and repair cooling and heating systems.
  • ◆Repair and install pipes, fittings, fixtures and other plumbing duties as required.
  • ◆Maintain and repair pumps, valves and motors as required by management.
  • ◆Records and logs maintenance repairs and inspections.
  • ◆Assist to construct and repair production facilities, including building, structure walls, floors, cabinets and fixtures.
  • ◆Follow good housekeeping practices for maintenance areas such as; washing, cleaning, and maintaining tools and other equipment.
  • ◆Assist in snow and ice removal from company sidewalks and driveways.
  • ◆Operate forklifts and non-motorized pallet jacks as required.
  • ◆Operate company vehicle as required.
  • ◆Ability to change bags in baghouse.
  • ◆Ensure fundamental feed safety and quality practices are maintained to achieve feed safety and quality objectives and to support the development, implementation and maintenance and ongoing improvements of feed safety programs.
  • ◆Maintenance Supervisor or other qualified personnel will cover for the absence of the Maintenance Technician.

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Requirements

  • ✓Preventive/Predictive Maintenance (PM/PdM): Perform scheduled inspections, lubrication, and adjustments on machinery (pumps, conveyors, gearboxes) to prevent breakdowns.
  • ✓Electrical Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and repair electrical systems (480VAC, 120VAC, 24VDC), motors, drives, and control circuits.
  • ✓Automation & Controls: Troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens), sensors, and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) to keep automated processes running.
  • ✓Mechanical & Fluid Power: Maintain and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and HVAC systems, including pumps, valves, and actuators.
  • ✓Fabrication & Welding: Perform metal joining techniques such as arc and acetylene welding, brazing, and soldering for repairs and light fabrication.
  • ✓Documentation & Safety: Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document repairs and adhere to strict safety regulations (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, NFPA 70E Arc-Flash Safety).
  • ✓Ability to operate industrial equipment such as; hand wrenches, welders, power tools, cutting torch, and use tape measure.
  • ✓Ability to drive and maintain a valid driver license.
  • ✓Ability to use basic math skills, including a variety of calculations.
  • ✓Ability to legibly document data for record keeping purposes.
  • ✓Ability to read and record data from various gauges.
  • ✓Analytical ability related to complex information and problem solving.
  • ✓Ability to understand wire diagrams, construction plans and diagrams.
  • ✓Knowledge and ability to implement all safety procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • ✓Ability to understand and communicate technical information through use of written documentation or oral presentation.
  • ✓Knowledge of organizational methods and the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
  • ✓Ability to work daily shift, weekends and extended hours as necessary.
  • ✓Ability to assist other work-related areas as requested.
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APC is the world’s largest producer of functional proteins, dedicated to producing safe and effective products that create value. We do this by holding true to our values: Performance, Entrepreneurship and Leadership.

The purpose of this role is to assure the daily, safe, efficient and effective operations of all plant equipment and machinery in accordance with established policies and procedures and assist in construction of production and building facilities.

Enjoy excellent benefits such as

  • •Wages starting at $25+/hour dependent on experience
  • •$1000 Sign-On Bonus
  • •15 days of PTO your first year
  • •Paid Holidays
  • •Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) Employer Match

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