SIS Group is seeking a dependable and experienced Grain Dryer Technician to join our team. This position will be responsible for installing, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing grain dryer systems and related electrical/mechanical equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience working around grain handling systems, industrial equipment, controls, motors, burners, fans, sensors, and related electrical components.
This is a hands-on role for someone who can work safely, solve problems in the field, and support customers during installation, maintenance, and seasonal operation.
Responsibilities
- Install, inspect, troubleshoot, service, and repair grain dryer systems.
- Diagnose electrical and mechanical issues on grain dryers, fans, burners, motors, sensors, controls, and related equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance and seasonal startup/shutdown support.
- Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, manuals, and equipment documentation.
- Troubleshoot control panels, motor starters, limit switches, temperature sensors, flame safety controls, relays, and related components.
- Assist with electrical wiring, conduit, terminations, equipment hookups, and control wiring.
- Work safely around grain bins, elevators, conveyors, augers, dryers, and industrial/agricultural equipment.
- Communicate with customers, supervisors, and team members regarding job progress, parts needed, and equipment issues.
- Complete service reports, time sheets, inspection forms, and required job documentation.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized manner.
- Follow all company safety policies, customer site requirements, and applicable OSHA standards.
Requirements
- Experience working on grain dryers, grain handling equipment, agricultural equipment, or industrial mechanical/electrical systems preferred.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting skills preferred.
- Ability to troubleshoot motors, controls, burners, fans, sensors, and wiring.
- Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
- Basic mechanical skills, including working with belts, bearings, motors, fans, augers, conveyors, and related components.
- Ability to use meters, hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
- Must be dependable, safety-focused, and able to work independently or as part of a crew.
- Ability to work outdoors, at heights, in confined areas, and in agricultural/industrial environments.
- Ability to lift, climb, bend, and perform physically demanding work as needed.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and seasonal call-outs when required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Electrical, HVAC, burner, agricultural equipment, or industrial maintenance background.
- Experience with grain dryers such as GSI, Sukup, Brock, Zimmerman, Superb, or similar systems.
- Experience with PLCs, VFDs, motor controls, flame safety systems, and temperature/moisture controls.
- OSHA 10, aerial lift, forklift, or confined space training is a plus.
- Welding/fabrication experience is a plus.
Compensation
- Pay based on experience.
- Overtime available.
- Travel/per diem may apply depending on project location.
About SIS Group
SIS Group (S&S Metal Works) is an industrial services company supporting customers with electrical, mechanical, and project-based field work. Our Electrical Division provides installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and service support for industrial and agricultural facilities.
We are looking for hard-working, safety-minded individuals who take pride in quality work and are ready to grow with our team.
Pay: $29.00 - $39.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
