Maintenance Mechanic - Utilities

Keurig Dr Pepper•Columbus, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Maintenance Technician III - Utilities, you will be the primary site resource for maintaining critical utility infrastructure and supporting equipment reliability. This role is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of building and process utilities, while also coordinating third-party service providers and building internal knowledge of utility systems to strengthen the site’s ability to support routine utility work. The position requires strong technical skills, safe work habits, and clear communication when reporting equipment status, risks, and follow-up actions. Coordinate and execute routine maintenance of all plant utilities equipment using internal and external resources. Equipment includes high-pressure steam boilers, chillers, ammonia and glycol systems, low- and high-pressure air compressors, reverse osmosis process water systems, wastewater pre-treatment systems, electrical distribution systems, and supporting equipment. Perform preventive maintenance and other proactive activities to monitor, maintain, and improve utility equipment condition. Effectively perform maintenance activities for your area during machine intervention events Verify utilities work is completed properly and provide feedback on procedure improvements needed to continue driving equipment uptime. Participate in overhaul events for equipment in your area of responsibility, including coordinating with vendors, identifying required parts and supplies, and communicating the plan. Coordinate day-to-day support from third-party utility service providers, including scheduling work, escorting contractors, reviewing service reports, and verifying work completion. Partner with vendors during inspections, PMs, repairs, and overhauls to build internal knowledge of utility systems and service requirements. Identify opportunities to improve utility maintenance practices, documentation, and internal troubleshooting capability. Act as the primary point of contact for assigned utility systems and communicate equipment status, risks, and follow-up needs to maintenance leadership. Review utility PMs for accuracy and effectiveness, and recommend improvements based on equipment condition, failures, vendor feedback, and operating history. Track recurring issues, deficiencies, and repair recommendations to closure. Maintain safe, clean, & well-organized work areas Work with site QEHS to supply & maintain equipment data for regulatory permits and compliance requirements Comply with regulatory, Keurig Dr Pepper, & departmental policies, procedures, & standards (especially safety) Assist other maintenance technicians as priorities dictate, time allows, or directed. Identify opportunities for maintenance or process improvement and drive recommendations to implementation or resolution. Complete or assist with special projects as directed Perform other duties as requested by management Administrative and compliance: Maintain accurate SAP records, including work performed, parts used, contractor recommendations, inspection findings, and follow-up actions. Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, Keurig Dr Pepper, and departmental requirements. Coordinate utility shutdowns, tie-ins, and support for new projects. Help manage contractor performance, work quality, and safety compliance. Provide technical support during emergencies and assist with contingency planning.

Requirements

3+ years of industrial maintenance experience required
Demonstrates proficient mechanical/electrical skills
Ability to read and understand complex instructions, prints, flowcharts, block diagrams, and schematics.
Ability to competently use and understand precision testing and diagnostic equipment.
Computer knowledge of Microsoft applications and CMMS tools
Knowledge of inventory control systems.
Flexible, self-motivated team player with the ability to follow direction and work independently.
Ability to get along with others, be punctual, and follow instructions.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds on a frequent basis.
Ability to constantly lift, bend, stretch and stand during entire shift.
Ability to frequently kneel, squat, bend, and stoop, twist, and reach overhead with repetitive motions.
Ability to spend significant time standing on the manufacturing floor with some frequency of computer work

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in an engineering field or relevant industrial certifications is preferred
direct experience with plant utilities such as boilers, chillers, ammonia or glycol refrigeration, compressed air, RO/process water, wastewater, or electrical distribution strongly preferred.
Experience working with high-pressure industrial steam boilers, industrial refrigeration systems, screw and centrifugal air compressors, and reverse osmosis systems preferred.
Experience working with outside contractors or service vendors preferred.
Boiler, ammonia refrigeration, RETA, wastewater pretreatment, HVAC/chiller, or electrical troubleshooting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and execute routine maintenance of all plant utilities equipment using internal and external resources.
Perform preventive maintenance and other proactive activities to monitor, maintain, and improve utility equipment condition.
Effectively perform maintenance activities for your area during machine intervention events
Verify utilities work is completed properly and provide feedback on procedure improvements needed to continue driving equipment uptime.
Participate in overhaul events for equipment in your area of responsibility, including coordinating with vendors, identifying required parts and supplies, and communicating the plan.
Coordinate day-to-day support from third-party utility service providers, including scheduling work, escorting contractors, reviewing service reports, and verifying work completion.
Partner with vendors during inspections, PMs, repairs, and overhauls to build internal knowledge of utility systems and service requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve utility maintenance practices, documentation, and internal troubleshooting capability.
Act as the primary point of contact for assigned utility systems and communicate equipment status, risks, and follow-up needs to maintenance leadership.
Review utility PMs for accuracy and effectiveness, and recommend improvements based on equipment condition, failures, vendor feedback, and operating history.
Track recurring issues, deficiencies, and repair recommendations to closure.
Maintain safe, clean, & well-organized work areas
Work with site QEHS to supply & maintain equipment data for regulatory permits and compliance requirements
Comply with regulatory, Keurig Dr Pepper, & departmental policies, procedures, & standards (especially safety)
Assist other maintenance technicians as priorities dictate, time allows, or directed.
Identify opportunities for maintenance or process improvement and drive recommendations to implementation or resolution.
Complete or assist with special projects as directed
Perform other duties as requested by management
Maintain accurate SAP records, including work performed, parts used, contractor recommendations, inspection findings, and follow-up actions.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, Keurig Dr Pepper, and departmental requirements.
Coordinate utility shutdowns, tie-ins, and support for new projects.
Help manage contractor performance, work quality, and safety compliance.
Provide technical support during emergencies and assist with contingency planning.