Cargill · 9 hours ago
Utilities Technician I
North Kingstown, RI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$29.98/hr - $29.98/hrCargill is a global company committed to safe, responsible, and sustainable food and agricultural solutions. They are seeking a Utilities Technician I to perform maintenance on plant equipment in a raw meat processing environment, ensuring safe and reliable operations.
AgricultureFood and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingMeat and Poultry
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to ensure reliable, safe operation of plant equipment in a raw meat processing environment
Maintain and monitor the facility’s industrial ammonia refrigeration system, including safe handling of water treatment and related chemicals
Complete repairs using standard industrial tools and powered equipment to minimize downtime
Accurately document maintenance activities, findings, and completed work using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
Support plant safety, food safety, and environmental standards by consistently following procedures, using required PPE, and maintaining a clean work environment
Safely operate material handling and access equipment (e.g., forklifts, scissor lifts) and work at heights as required
Qualification
Required
Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Must be 18 years or older
Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO) certification or willingness to obtain certification within the first year of employment
Ability to safely perform industrial maintenance work, including lifting up to 50 lbs, working at heights, and navigating stairs, ladders, and confined spaces with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to work scheduled shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
Working knowledge of mechanical systems (e.g., pumps, piping, and chemical feed systems) with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues
Basic computer skills and the ability to document work electronically
Preferred
Previous experience with SAP
Previous industrial ammonia refrigeration experience
Process Safety Management (PSM) experience
Knowledge of wastewater systems and operations including primary treatment, activated sludge, clarification, disinfection, etc
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
Health and Wellness Incentives
Paid Vacation and Holidays
401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Company
Cargill
Cargill provides agricultural, food, bioindustrial, and risk management solutions across global supply chains and manufacturing sectors.
Founded in 1865
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
National Safety Council
2025-06-25Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Brian Sikes
Board Chair and CEO
David MacLennan
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
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