Senior Technician, Utilities - Belvidere, NJ
About The Position
The Senior Technician, Utilities is responsible for producing quality utilities for the site. The role operates a combined-cycle cogeneration plant, air compressors, chillers, cooling towers, a process potable water plant, and a wastewater treatment plant in accordance with the New Jersey Clean Water Act. The technician operates and troubleshoots plant equipment and related systems in accordance with key performance measures, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety and regulatory requirements, and divisional goals. This position monitors utility processes and equipment in the field and through the DCS, makes operational adjustments, conducts sampling and testing, maintains and analyzes process data, and supports maintenance coordination and safety activities. The role also participates in continuous improvement, training, and process-safety reviews, and may take on additional responsibilities assigned by leadership.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- NJ Blue Seal Engineer’s license and the appropriate water-treatment and wastewater-treatment license when required.
- One to four years of experience in power and steam generation or equivalent.
- Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, 7 a.m.–7 p.m. and 7 p.m.–7 a.m.
- Availability to work weekends, overtime—including coverage and standby—and holidays as required.
- Ability to cross-train in the primary craft.
- Good math, oral and written communication, interpersonal, time-management, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of personal and process-control computers, cGMP, ISO, environmental, regulatory, and safety compliance.
- Ability to work in a team environment and coordinate multiple resources without direct supervision.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job, including maintenance of process equipment in shop-floor situations.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor utility equipment, including boilers, chillers, compressors, and cooling towers, in the field and from the DCS.
- Troubleshoot process and equipment problems, make necessary adjustments, optimize process parameters, and perform required sampling and testing.
- Assist day-shift technicians in coordinating and prioritizing maintenance needs against production needs.
- Write permits for maintenance preventive-maintenance work.
- Perform general housekeeping and maintenance in process areas, including minor repairs, painting, and cleaning.
- Operate a forklift for loading and unloading.
- Record, track, maintain, and analyze process data to ensure utility operations are safe and within permit limits.
- Interpret operating and equipment data, gather or monitor data, and take action to bring processes back under control and within parameters.
- Seek continuous-improvement opportunities using the DICI mindset and behaviors.
- Promote a positive SHE mindset, use appropriate personal protective equipment and safety tools, write and execute work permits and energy-control procedures, and maintain safe, neat, and clean work areas.
- Ensure people in the work area comply with safety directives.
- Understand process-safety standards and equipment risks; document safety and environmental incidents and assist department management with documentation and notifications.
- Participate in HAZOP and pre-startup review teams as required.
- Complete required formal and computer-based training and support technical staff in developing or delivering training.
- Perform additional responsibilities as defined and provided by leadership.
Benefits
- Annual incentive pay
- Retirement savings plan
- Health care coverage
- Paid time off
- Recognition programs
- Other benefits, subject to eligibility requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
