Maintenance Co-Op

Morton Salt is an iconic company with a strong heritage and a bright future. Since 1848, we have been improving lives and enhancing everyday moments—at home, at work, and virtually everywhere in between. We help unlock the flavors in food, make roads and sidewalks safer, improve the water in baths, pools, and homes, and keep businesses and industries running. We are a dedicated team that constantly strives to do better together, and we are passionate about building a sustainable future for our company, the communities in which we operate, and the world around us. By joining our team, you will contribute to producing and delivering every form of salt that enhances everyday life.

The Maintenance Co-Op is a part-time position in the maintenance department for a student to gain hands-on experience in the maintenance field while working under the guidance of experienced journeyman mechanics. The Maintenance Co-Op will assist in tasks related to various installations, maintenance, and repairs across the plant.  The Co-Op must be enrolled in an approved technical program and will have flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn the maintenance craft by assisting experienced mechanics in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing underground mobile and fixed equipment.


• Learn a broad spectrum of trades including pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, welding and cutting, schematic reading, belt conveyor maintenance and installations, screening equipment maintenance


• Complete all assigned tasks in a safe manner per SOPs, company policies, and regulations.


• Champion safety and create a safe environment for employees and visitors.


• Collaborate with senior mechanics to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions.


• Support all programs in the plant such as the reliability, preventative maintenance, and housekeeping.


• Comply with all policies, laws, and regulations including health, safety, environmental, and food safety.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent


• Must be enrolled in community college or technical program


• Basic math, reading, and writing skills


• Must have working knowledge of welding, cutting, and general mechanics


• Punctual and reliable; good attendance required


• Able to use hand tools and power tools


• Good communication skills, is a team-player, and good behaviors


• Self-motivated and eager to learn new skills


• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to self and coworkers; promote safe workplace


• Must be able to work safely in varying temperatures in mine workplace


• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50+ pounds as required


• Must be able to wear steel-toed shoes and safety glasses 


• Must be able to work at heights as required


• Must be 18 years of age

Work Environment 

Field work will include underground and surface industrial environment where potential dust, high temperatures, and other industrial and mine related hazards may be encountered.

At Morton Salt, we work best when we work as a team, when we treat one another with dignity and respect, and value the unique contributions of others. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, national origin, sex, religion, color, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.