1st Shift Maintenance A – Build Your Future with Us!
Location: Fremont, NE
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 1st Shift | On-Call
Starting Pay: $27.86/hour to start (w/ advancement opportunities)
Perks: Benefits starting Day 1

“Your mechanical skills keep the gears turning, the lines moving, and the plant alive.”
Join ADM, a global leader in nutrition and agriculture, and take pride in powering one of the most critical processing operations in the region—our soybean processing plant in Fremont, NE. As a Maintenance Technician, your mechanical skills and problem-solving mindset will help ensure our operations stay safe, efficient, and productive.
If you’re hands-on, dependable, and ready to work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment—this is your chance to join a company that invests in you.

What You’ll Do – Core Responsibilities

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on production and utility equipment.Track inventory items and maintain warehouse.Be proactive to find problems before they become an issueSuggest new PM’s for equipmentReduce downtime by addressing mechanical issues promptly and efficiently.

 Equipment Installation & Upgrades

Install, align, and maintain motors, gearboxes, conveyors, and pumps.Suggest and promote new equipment installationsWork directly with contractors on new installs or major repairs.Attend routine planning meetings for new projects.Support system upgrades and plant improvements that boost reliability and safety.

Troubleshooting & Diagnostics

Diagnose mechanical and pneumatic issues using diagnostic tools and hands-on inspection.Work with electricians to find and repair electrical issues.Attend root cause failure analysis meetins.Work with operations staff to troubleshoot process problemsPinpoint root causes and implement long-term, reliable solutions.

Fabrication & Welding

Fabricate replacement parts and structural components using shop tools and welding equipment.Weld and cut carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.Cut, thread and assemble piping.Fabricate conveyor transitions.Modify or enhance machinery as needed to support plant operations.

Documentation & Communication

Maintain accurate records in the CMMS (computerized maintenance management system).Communicate repair status, safety concerns, and part needs with supervisors and team members.

Safety & Compliance

Follow ADM’s safety standards, including lockout/tagout, confined space, and PPE protocols.Contribute to ADM’s zero-injury safety culture by taking proactive steps to identify and mitigate hazards.

The Tools/Equipment You’ll Use

You may work with and maintain equipment such as:
Conveyors, grinders, and combo dumpersPumps, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and pipingMechanical drives, gearboxes, lubrication systemsForklifts, hoists, welding tools, hand and power toolsPackaging machines, slicers, scales, and VFDsPLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) — exposure/interest a plus!

What You Bring to the Table

Required Qualifications:
Strong mechanical aptitude and prior industrial maintenance experience.Ability to lift 50 lbs., work at heights or in confined spaces, and operate tools and machinery.Availability for overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts as needed.High school diploma or GED preferred.Must pass background check.

Preferred Experience:

Welding, fabrication, and pneumatic troubleshooting.Knowledge of valve types and applications.Pump repair and operation.Reach and understand blue prints and P&IDFamiliarity with 3-phase electrical systems.5 years’ experience in an industrial maintenance setting.Experience in Agri-processing, food manufacturing, or heavy industry environments.Extensive knowledge of bearing installation and maintenance.Willingness to complete company-sponsored trade school or technical training.
 

Why You’ll Love Working at ADM Fremont

Competitive Pay + Sign-On Bonus

Earn a strong starting wage with a $3,000 bonus for joining our team.

Benefits from Day One

Health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, weekly pay, holiday pay, sick time, advancement opportunities and more ALL STARTING DAY 1!!

Room to Grow

Expand your skills through training and advancement opportunities in a global company.

Make a Difference

Support ADM’s mission to unlock the power of nature and enrich lives through nutrition and agriculture.

Let’s Build Something That Lasts.

If you're ready to join a dependable team where your skills are respected and your work matters, apply today and start your next chapter with ADM Fremont.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. 

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