Industrial Utility Technician

RM Palmer Company LLC•Wyomissing, PA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Utility Technician is a multi-skilled professional responsible for maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting the critical support systems that keep manufacturing and processing facilities running efficiently. This role supports both HVAC and facilities maintenance functions, including boilers, compressed air systems, water systems, refrigeration, and building infrastructure, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum operational safety.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
3+ years of industrial maintenance, HVAC, utility, or facilities maintenance experience preferred.
Working knowledge of industrial HVAC systems, boilers, refrigeration systems, pumps, electrical systems, plumbing, and mechanical troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Demonstrated ability to work in alignment with company core values by taking initiative, driving results, embracing continuous improvement, maintaining accountability and ownership, contributing to a high-performing team environment, and delivering exceptional internal and external customer experiences.

Nice To Haves

Trade school certification or technical training in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or industrial maintenance strongly preferred.
Preferred certifications include EPA Section 608 Technician Certification, ASME Boiler License, NATE/NITC certifications, and OSHA Safety Training certifications.
Experience using preventative maintenance systems and CMMS software preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on HVAC systems, boilers, compressors, refrigeration units, pumps, heat exchangers, air handlers, and related utility equipment.
Maintain and troubleshoot facility systems including compressed air, steam, ventilation, plumbing, electrical, and water systems.
Conduct routine inspections and daily monitoring of system metrics such as temperature, pressure, airflow, and humidity to ensure optimal performance.
Diagnose equipment failures using schematics, blueprints, manuals, and diagnostic tools, executing timely repairs to prevent production interruptions.
Support general facilities maintenance including lighting, doors, flooring, painting, minor carpentry, and building repairs.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repair situations.
Assist with installation, modification, and relocation of facility equipment and utility systems.
Maintain accurate preventative maintenance records, work orders, and maintenance logs.
Support outside contractors and vendors during maintenance projects and service work.
Enforce OSHA, environmental, and company safety regulations to maintain a safe and compliant workplace.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, facility efficiency, and reducing downtime.
Work collaboratively with production and operations teams to support uninterrupted manufacturing processes.