Apprentice, Maintenance

Pay Band: WAGE   

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.   

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders.  Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.  

*$1,000 Sign-On Bonus*

This position reports to the I&E Supervisor

What you will do:

• Work closely with trained/skilled employees in the assigned area and will support the department’s goals and initiatives.
• Work safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by following Nutrien, OSHA, MSHA, and MARSEC guidelines.
• Use proper Personal Protection Equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, face shield, flash suits, and personal environmental monitors.
• Work as part of a team to complete assignment and minimize down-time.
• Perform daily maintenance and overhauls on various types of equipment.
• Perform daily and routine preventative maintenance (PMs) on equipment.
• Repair various other types of static equipment, including heat exchangers, tanks, screws, elevators, and boilers.
• Work as a productive team member and support continuous improvement
• Cross-training and work in all areas of the facility as required.
• Perform work from elevated structures, ladders, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and man-baskets
• Complete mechanic progression training, as required and within timelines outlined by KFO.

What you will bring:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent; post-secondary courses and training are preferred.
• Excellent understanding of maintenance practices and processes
• Experience operating mobile equipment including forklifts, man lifts, carry deck cranes, etc.
• Possess basic computer skills and knowledge.
• Possess a high degree of integrity and ownership.
• Ability to follow all safety rules and regulations as set forth by Company.
• Ability to excel in a team environment.
• Ability to perform in a high-performance culture.
• Ability to effectively communicate (both verbal & non-verbal) with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to work at heights, outdoors, and around potentially hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to read, understand and comply with standards, policies, and procedures.
• Be a self-starter and work with little supervision.
• Willingness to work overtime, as required.
• Possess troubleshooting and critical thinking ability.
• Physical capability to and comfort entering and working in a confined space.
• Ability to detect and understand audible alarms, changes in noise levels of rotating equipment and portable radio communications.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting rate $26.68 per hour (plus available overtime).

Nutrien offers a skills-based pay compensation program. Hourly rates can progresses based on On-Job-Training, formal learning, and observation of new skills. Hourly rates can progress from starting rate of $25.00 to $34.25 per hour over a specified time period.

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days, and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!   

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.   

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.    

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien  

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