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Plant Mechanic - Harvest

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Job ID 317707 Date posted 11/06/2025 Location : Fort Morgan, Colorado Category  BUILD OPERATE MAINTAIN (PLANT OPNS) Job Status  Hourly Full Time

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.

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.

Posting End Date: Accepting applications until job is filled and/or up to 60 days from the posting date

Location: Fort Morgan, CO
Job Type: Full Time 
Shift(s) Available: 3rd
Compensation: $26.00/hr 

Benefits Information

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

  • Marathon Health Clinic (Employer-sponsored Health Center)

  • Paid Vacation and Holidays

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • And more 

Principal Accountabilities

  • Operate and maintain standard maintenance tools and equipment safely 
  • Perform preventative maintenance, including annual PMs 
  • Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics 
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues independently 
  • Complete work orders with detailed documentation and communicate pass-downs effectively 

Required Qualifications

  • Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship 
  • Must be 18 years or older 
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English 
  • Willingness to work weekends and occasionally holidays 
  • Strong understanding of basic hand tools and mechanical systems, including troubleshooting and repair 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems using formal evaluation techniques 
  • High level of mechanical knowledge 
  • Proven ability to organize and implement operational improvements 
  • Experience with precision measuring and testing instruments 
  • Familiarity with LOTO certification and Pd.M. validation processes 

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet



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