The Maintenance Technician 2 individually performs routine maintenance and preventative maintenance on equipment and the facility. This role will be responsible for repairs, installation, and maintenance of all site equipment. They will maintain site equipment to keep an operational status report to eliminate and reduce unplanned downtime. The focus will be on executing and maintaining a preventative maintenance program with packaging and treating equipment, detasseling equipment, harvest equipment, and overall site appearance. They will also be a key stakeholder in the site’s “Goal Zero” safety initiative.

Accountabilities:

Responsible for repairs, adjustments, and ongoing maintenance of facilities.Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems, using tools and diagnostic equipment.Repair and replace defective equipment parts, duties may include replacing motors, welding, fabrication, supporting robotics repairs, belt splicing, and more.Perform equipment inspections as required during on/off peak seasons.Act as liaison between site and preferred vendors / contractors, such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing contractors.Provide accurate overview of repair costs and support repair calendar annually.Escalate equipment issues in a timely manner.Adherence to site specific permits when maintenance work is required in key areas (hot work, work from heights).Maintain site grounds (snow removal, lawn care, irrigation) in conjunction with site leadership team.Perform maintenance on site equipment during unplanned downtime.Support work orders to ensure prioritization and work completion.Help develop a standardized approach for adjustments and calibration of equipment andmachinery to optimal specifications and operation.Perform data entry of all maintenance activities, including work orders, repair logs, and parts inventory within Asset Essentials.Continuously improve maintenance processes and procedures.Act as a member of the Site Safety Committee.Maintain compliance with site HSE protocols and Syngenta HSE policies and employee code of conduct.
Company Description

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. 

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.  

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. 

Qualifications
3+ years of maintenance experience.Basic proficiency in CMMS software (Asset Essentials).Basic proficiency in Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing.Ability to work all seasons(indoors/outdoors) performing maintenance tasks.Ability to lift, push or pull 70 pounds.Proficient at preventative maintenance procedures.Ability to analyze technical problems.Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing equipment.Proficient of equipment and machine calibration.Intermediate experience with welding and fabrication.
Additional Information

What We Offer: 

A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.  401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. 
Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

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