Our leading food processing and distribution company is looking for a Utility Technician / Mechanic to support our night shift operations. The Utility Technician / Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and performing preventative maintenance on plant utility systems including HVAC equipment, RTUs, chillers, boilers, and engine room operations. This role supports overall facility performance through equipment troubleshooting, repairs, and ongoing system reliability initiatives. Additional responsibilities include assisting with equipment installations, startups, adjustments, and continuous process improvement projects throughout the plant. Large leadership/growth potential, annual bonuses and pay raises, OT available, and a proven company who continued to do well through COVID and economic downturns. Sign-on bonus for ideal candidates. OT as desired.
Benefits:
31.50 -$33.50/hourly + annual bonus
Company has overperformed and received higher bonus rate last 3 years
Annual 3% performance based pay increase
Nights 2-2-3 6PM-6AM
OT available as desired.
Great Benefits Package –health/dental/LI/DI coverage, 401k, Employee Assistance Programs (includes counseling, coaching, online programs, etc.)
Sign on bonus potential
Career advancement opportunities and training
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree or two-year technical certificate preferred). Required
3 years of Ammonia Refrigeration utility experience. Required
Strong knowledge or experience with Boilers, industrial steam and plant utilities systems. Required
Ability to read and interpret mechanical, piping, and/or electrical schematics and blueprints. Required
Ammonia Operator Training Level I or II, GCAP, RETA, CARO, or CIRO Certifications. Preferred
PSM and SAP experience. Preferred
Experience working with vendors and contractors. Preferred
Key Responsibilities:
Operate, monitor, service and repair equipment for steam, refrigeration, water, compressed air and HVAC systems
Perform rounds and keep logs of daily operations and for engine room, boiler room and refrigeration equipment
Test and monitor boiler and condenser tower water samples
Maintenance and troubleshooting of ammonia refrigeration compressors, condensers, pumps, vessels / recirculatory, purges, evaporators / RMAU’s, heat exchangers, and control valves / isolation valves while using the Original Equipment Manufacture’s guidelines
Maintenance and troubleshooting of steam boilers, hot water heaters, HVAC systems and air compressors, general facility support equipment
Participates in the PSM Program
Log time and material usage into SAP/SIGGA for PMs and corrective maintenance
Responsible for housekeeping of engine rooms, Boiler room, MCC rooms, shops, and all other work areas
Able to assist or perform PM’s using SOP’s, LOTO and P&ID’s
Able to work overtime and holidays when needed
Responsible for training employees on relevant content