Plant Utility Technician (Night Shift)

Mark Anthony Services • Waddell, AZ

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About The Position

The Plant Utilities Technician is responsible for operating, monitoring, maintaining, and repairing utility systems and equipment, minimizing equipment downtime and meeting efficiency goals. This role requires working a 12-hour shift on a 2,2,3 schedule that includes every other weekend.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 - 3 years of relevant work experience working on chillers/boilers, CO2 recovery, RO systems, or 1 - 3 years of laboratory and or operational experience in an aerobic and or anaerobic wastewater treatment plant is desired, preferably in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of wastewater treatment plant operations, sludge processing and handling, chemistry, microbiology and operations of sophisticated analytical laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of mathematics, mechanics, chemistry, biology, microbiology, electrical systems, controls systems, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Competent in the operation of equipment used in the aerobic/anaerobic wastewater treatment plants.
• Handling of hazardous chemicals.
• Experience with pumps, motors, compressors, boilers, valves, PRVs, SCADA.
• Proficient in computer and software skills such as MS office, excel, word, and email and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to manage well under pressure while staying true to the company values.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take on any task.
• Reliable and punctual - must adhere to attendance and absenteeism policy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work while multitasking.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain a 'can-do' and positive attitude.
• Ability to provide and receive open and regular feedback and adjust accordingly.
• Works collaboratively within various teams.
• Ability to adjust communication/leadership style as needed and when appropriate.
• Fully accountable owner of self and team behaviors and results.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all Plant and Safety policies and procedures, including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Ensure equipment meets safety standards and regulations.
• Operate, maintain, and repair steam boilers, glycol chillers, cooling towers, air compressors, nitrogen generation, CO2 recovery, multiple reverse osmosis units, and other bulk commodities as well as the wastewater treatment plant and aquifer injection wells.
• Analyze data from controls, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and biological systems and initiates change to ensure continuous, cost-effective treatment within equipment requirements and state discharge permit limits.
• Initiate corrective actions or alternative methods and procedures to continue operations if outages, repairs, breakdowns, large spills or dumps occur at the wastewater treatment plant.
• Perform basic and advanced laboratory tests as needed.
• Conduct routine as well as non-routine analysis of the waste stream and other utility systems, like boiler chemicals, well water quality and filtration equipment.
• Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance of associated equipment.
• Effectively troubleshoot equipment to minimize unplanned equipment downtime.
• Demonstrate effective root-cause problem solving to identify and perform equipment repairs and improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work performed, parts used, and any additional observations.
• Ensure PM's/ work order paperwork is completed before departure from plant.
• Communicate important information to incoming shifts, including updates on work in progress, equipment conditions, and any outstanding issues or concerns.
• Collaborate with peers and team members to transfer specialist technical knowledge.
• Work directly with leadership to develop and execute projects involving continuous improvement, equipment and/or facility upgrades, and the permanent corrective measures of reoccurring problems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees