Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy
Position Title: Senior Maintenance Technician
Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa
Employment Type: Full-time
Who We Are
Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy, LLC (SIRE) is a next-generation renewable fuels company dedicated to engineering smarter, cleaner, and more efficient energy solutions. We don’t just operate an ethanol plant — we continuously design, refine, and optimize our processes using technology, data, and innovative thinking to drive performance forward.
Today, SIRE produces more than 140 million gallons of renewable ethanol each year, making us one of the region’s most significant clean-energy producers. But we’re not standing still — we are constantly expanding, upgrading, and investing to increase capacity, improve efficiency, and unlock new technologies that push our operation to the next level.
Our facility is always evolving. We invest heavily in automation, process improvements, and our people so that every year we become safer, more efficient, and more competitive. As the renewable-energy industry grows and changes, SIRE grows with it — creating exciting, long-term career opportunities right here in southwest Iowa.
At SIRE, you’re not stepping into a static job — you’re joining a company that is actively building the future of clean energy while offering stable, well-paid careers in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Position Summary
The Senior Maintenance Technician plays a key role in supporting SIRES's operations by ensuring maintenance of machinery and equipment systems by completing preventive and routine maintenance requirements on pumps, motors, conveyor systems, various tools, and production machines. Follows diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications. Troubleshoots malfunctions at an expert level. Takes ownership and responsibility for the health of the assets and the success of the plant. This position will have on-call responsibilities. This position works closely with other departments to ensure SIRE continues to operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry and regulator standards.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
1. Trouble-shoot and determine necessary repairs and maintenance quickly and effectively with no supervision needed.
2. Repair and maintain machinery and equipment.
3. Work effectively, either individually or as part of a team, to see jobs through to completion including working overtime as needed.
4. Perform various preventative maintenance checks and repairs on machinery and equipment (vibration detection).
5. Overhaul equipment, welds, pump repair and rebuilding pumps to manufacturers specifications.
6. Welding with TIG, MIG and STICK.
7. Complete Work Orders and document the time, tasks and parts/supplies needed to complete the Work Order in the CMMS software.
8. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
a. Greasing and oiling
b. Rebuilding rotating equipment
c. PM tasks and follow up corrective actions
d. Service of rolling stock and equipment according to service schedule
e. Fabricating
f. Vibration detection
g. Rigging & lifting
9. Housekeeping as related but not limited to the cleanliness and orderly organization of electrical work areas, MCC rooms, electrical enclosures, maintenance shop and DDG building.
10. Maintain updated documentation of all machinery and equipment changes implemented by said individual or contractors hired by the plant.
11. Perform weekly inspection and take an inventory of tools and shop equipment and submit requisition to replace broken or missing items.
12. Perform required maintenance duties as needed on an on-call basis as scheduled.
13. Perform all duties in accordance with safety regulations and Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
14. Communicate and interface with production department on job specific information.
15. Follow company policy regarding inventory control practices.
16. Other duties as may be assigned to accomplish the safe and timely day-to-day operations within the plant.
17. Participate in rotational on-call responsibilities during non-business hours
18. Wear personal protective equipment as required by company PPE policies.
Qualifications
· Good written and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to work well with others and ability to work independently.
· 5 Years previous experience with machinery and mechanical equipment.
· Ability to perform CMMS data entry requirements.
· Excellent safety knowledge related to tools and machinery.
· High proficiency in industrial maintenance activities.
· Ability to effectively train other maintenance technicians.
Required
· High School Diploma or GED required
· Work experience & equivalent to 5 years of experience in heavy industrial maintenance
· Valid driver’s license
Physical Demands
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to work in outside conditions and adverse weather.
Walking
Standing
Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
The employee is regularly working in dusty conditions.
The employee is regularly working in high noise environments.
The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather in all conditions.
The employee will regularly be near chemicals used in the process.
Compensation, Benefits & Career Growth
SIRE offers one of the most competitive and family-friendly employment packages in the region, designed to support employees and their families while providing clear opportunities for long-term career growth.
Core Compensation & Incentives
• Quarterly performance-based bonuses of up to 15% of pay
Health & Wellness
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance for the employee and their entire family • Dental and vision insurance • Doctor-on-Demand telehealth with $0 copay for employees and dependents • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), including dependent-care FSA, with company match up to $1,000 annually on medical FSA contributions only
Income Protection & Insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage • Employer-paid group life insurance with optional voluntary life • Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
Retirement & Financial Well-Being
• 401(k) with 6% employer match on base pay, overtime, and bonuses • Free financial counseling through FINHUB for employees and their families
Time Off & Life Events
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual beginning on your first day, equating to up to three (3) weeks in your first year, plus paid holidays • Paid parental leave • Bereavement leave
Support, Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Structured, on-the-job training programs • Progressive skill-based pay increases as employees complete training milestones and expand job competencies
Team Culture & Community
At SIRE, we believe great work happens when people feel connected, appreciated, and proud of where they work. We invest in building a strong, fun, and supportive workplace culture through:
• An annual company Christmas party and family events • Employee appreciation events and activities throughout the year • Company-branded SIRE swag and gear employees are proud to wear • A workplace that values teamwork, recognition, and belonging
We don’t just build renewable energy — we build a team people want to be part of.
Our Work Environment
At SIRE, we operate a high-performance, ethically driven facility where safety is our only priority. We believe doing the right thing — protecting our people, our plant, and our community — always comes before production, schedules, or profits.
This is a fast-moving, real-world manufacturing environment where integrity, accountability, and teamwork are non-negotiable. People here take pride in doing meaningful work, treating each other with respect, and holding themselves and one another to high standards.
If you want a workplace where your work matters, your voice is heard, and your values are respected, you’ll feel at home at SIRE.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
