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Utilities Technician (1st Shift)Land O'Lakes • Kiel, WI, US
Utilities Technician (1st Shift)

Utilities Technician (1st Shift)

Land O'Lakes • Kiel, WI, US
28 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Utilities Technician (1st Shift)

Job Description :

The Utilities Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, testing, maintaining, calibrating, and properly operating the ammonia refrigeration system, boilers / steam systems, HVAC systems, the compressed air systems, the wastewater system, chemical systems for boilers / condenser water, and the domestic water systems.

Hours : 1st shift (Hours may be flexible), may require on occasion, off shift hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

Pay Range : $30.46 to 39.19. an hour, based on experience.

We offer a $3,000.00 Sign on Bonus : $500 upon start, $500 after 60-day probationary period, $500 after six months of service, $1500 after 12 months of service.

Primary Function :

  • Perform preventive maintenance on utilities equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and repair ammonia refrigeration systems, HVAC systems, boiler / steam systems and domestic water heating systems.
  • Maintain boiler / condenser water chemical systems.
  • Maintain refrigeration, cooling tower, and boiler logbooks.
  • Performance of duties assigned with focus on safety, quality (of product and task!) and GMPs.
  • Execute work orders on time as assigned by planner / scheduler, PSM Manager, or other members of management as assigned in proper priority.
  • Calibration of any / all equipment and instruments as assigned.
  • Responsible for housekeeping of work areas, maintenance shop and parts storage areas as assigned.
  • Manage plant utilities systems to include but not limited to the plant refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, compressed air, Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), water chemical systems, and domestic water systems.
  • Key contributor to the installation of major plant process and utility equipment / projects.

Required Qualifications :

  • High School Diploma required
  • 1+ years experience with basic electrical systems, compressors, welding, plumbing, conveyers, hydraulics, packaging, PLC, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, and pumps.
  • Minimum 1 year experience working with one of the following systems : Boilers, Ammonia refrigeration units, or HVAC systems.
  • Ability to run various computer applications that apply to the department and business to an acceptable degree, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Products, and CMMS program, etc.
  • Able to do mathematical calculations, read / interpret mechanical and electrical diagrams.
  • Currently holds or be able to successfully complete the Ammonia Operator I or equivalent certification within 12 months of job assignment.
  • Successfully completes the Boiler Operator I certification within 18 months of job assignment.
  • The ability to understand major plant utilities of the production process systems and the principles behind them.
  • Basic Electrical knowledge to include NFPA 70e requirements.
  • Ability to make regular rounds and document all findings.

    • Preferred Qualifications & Experiences :

  • Two-year Associates degree in mechanical or HVAC desired

    • Physical Requirements :

  • Able to lift / carry 55 lbs. on a frequent basis
  • Bending, Twisting, Climbing, Pushing, Pulling, Stooping and Lifting
  • Wearing respirators when necessary due to the current or temporary environmental conditions requiring such
  • Wearing of all PPE, working at heights and working with appropriate tools and aids in elevated temperature environments

    • About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

    Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

    Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

    Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M / F / Vets / Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

    Neither Land OLakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.

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