Utilities Technician

Chobani•Twin Falls, ID

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utilities Technician will perform preventative and predictive maintenance on all Process Refrigeration, HVAC, Boilers, and Compressed Air equipment. They will monitor and operate the Boilers and associated equipment along with the Ammonia compressors, Condensers and Air compressors. Also, assists with Employee Participation Guidelines of the PSM Program for the operating facility.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred
Maintain basic electrical safety, ammonia properties, safety, & health hazards, PPE requirements
Process Safety Management Overview
Refrigeration Cycle: Overview of the Process including PSI Safety Systems and their functions
Normal Operating Parameters & Deviation Response
Compressor, Condenser, Evaporator, Vessel, Pump, Purger & Control Computer operation
SOP/SMP awareness including the requirement to follow written procedures
SOP 101-Overall System Operation, which includes emergency and normal refrigeration system operation procedures
SOP The System Walkthrough Procedure
Ammonia Leak Investigation and the EAP/ERP including their individual role in the emergency action/response plan, including a review of the any recent or routinely recurring incidents
RETA Book 1 Test completion

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred

Responsibilities

Maintains and operates ammonia compressors, condensers, fans, pumps, evaporators, heat exchangers
Understands and follows safe practices for ammonia and Freon refrigeration equipment
Install, repair, tear down, and rebuild system components on all phases of refrigeration and heating systems in the plant
Evacuate all or any part of the ammonia refrigeration systems
Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments
Understand component controls and overall control of the system
Test lines, components, and connections for leaks
Adjust or replace worn or defective mechanisms and parts and reassemble repaired systems
Adjust valves according to specifications and charge system with proper type of refrigerant by pumping the specified gas or fluid into the system
Install wiring to connect components to an electric power source
Perform mechanical overhauls
Cut, bend, thread, and connect pipe and tubing
Keep records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions
Use/update SOPs, drawing mark-ups and logbooks to communicate across shifts
Knowledge of process safety management system and regulations, boiler and condensate systems, and compressed air systems
Maintain steam supply system including manual and automated valves, heat exchanger, and condensate traps
Maintain and operate high pressure boilers and feed water
Service traps and water feed for boilers and heat exchangers
Evaluate all parts of the steam or condensate systems and adjust as needed
Dismantle and repair any malfunctioning components associated with the boiler systems
Take water tests and maintain chemical levels in the water systems and adjust as necessary
Communicate and work effectively in a team.
Ability to read & write the English language
Maintain basic electrical safety, ammonia properties, safety, & health hazards, PPE requirements
Process Safety Management Overview
Refrigeration Cycle: Overview of the Process including PSI Safety Systems and their functions
Normal Operating Parameters & Deviation Response
Compressor, Condenser, Evaporator, Vessel, Pump, Purger & Control Computer operation
SOP/SMP awareness including the requirement to follow written procedures
SOP 101-Overall System Operation, which includes emergency and normal refrigeration system operation procedures
SOP The System Walkthrough Procedure
Ammonia Leak Investigation and the EAP/ERP including their individual role in the emergency action/response plan, including a review of the any recent or routinely recurring incidents
RETA Book 1 Test completion

Benefits

medical, dental, vision coverage
disability insurance
health savings account
flexible spending accounts
tuition reimbursement
401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay
fertility and childcare assistance
12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment
employee assistance program
fitness discounts
a wellness reimbursement
on-site gym access (certain locations)
a monthly wellness newsletter
120 hours of paid time off
11 holidays
paid volunteer time off