Utilities Lead Technician

Ya Ya Foods USA•Ogden, UT

About The Position

The Utilities Lead Technician operates and maintains the utility systems that supply essential services to the manufacturing facility, including boilers, chillers, compressors, nitrogen generators, reverse osmosis water systems, HVAC units, and wastewater treatment equipment. The role manages and executes the Preventative Maintenance program, performs inspections and tests, and carries out general maintenance tasks as needed. The technician works with production, engineering, and environmental health and safety teams; follows operating procedures, plant rules, GMP practices, and safety guidelines; and handles chemicals such as acids, alkalis, and disinfectants under strict safety and disposal protocols. The position also participates in emergency response and spill containment procedures. The role requires on-call availability that may include weekends, overtime, and holidays, as well as work in hot and cold environments and physical activity including lifting and prolonged standing or sitting.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in a utilities or maintenance role in various environments.
Ability to understand and safely use hand tools and power tools for utility tasks.
Knowledge of utility systems such as boilers, chillers, compressors, wastewater treatment, HVAC, and general facilities.
General understanding of controls and instrumentation.
General understanding of PLC software and hardware.
Experience working with steam, pneumatics, and hydraulic equipment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Effective communication skills.
Adherence to plant rules and GMP safety guidelines and practices.
Ability and willingness to participate in an on-call rotation that may include weekends, overtime, and holidays.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Ability to work in cold and hot environments.
Ability to perform repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, and to stand or sit for prolonged periods averaging 8–12 hours.

Nice To Haves

Trade experience or comparable experience.
Other certificates or designations relevant to the role.
Experience working in a food and beverage manufacturing facility.
Forklift certification, or willingness to become forklift certified.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain utility systems, including boilers, chillers, compressors, nitrogen generators, reverse osmosis water systems, and HVAC units, to provide uninterrupted services to the manufacturing facility.
Manage and execute the Preventative Maintenance program.
Perform routine inspections and tests on utilities and wastewater treatment equipment.
Collaborate with production, engineering, and environmental health and safety teams.
Inspect utility equipment regularly and identify and address potential issues or inefficiencies to prevent manufacturing disruptions.
Follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines when handling chemicals and operating equipment.
Handle, store, and dispose of acids, alkalis, and disinfectants according to safety protocols.
Participate in emergency response and spill containment procedures.
Perform general maintenance tasks as required.