Utilities Technician 3rd Shift

Indiana Packers Corporation•Delphi, IN

27d•$40•Onsite

About The Position

The Utilities Technician is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and the operation of utility systems, ensuring they function efficiently and reliably, performing maintenance activities, monitoring equipment performance, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Reporting directly to the Utilities Superintendent, this role maintains, diagnoses, repairs, rebuilds, adjusts, and performs preventative maintenance to keep refrigeration, boilers, and water supply operational to ensure continuity of production.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma. Secondary degree in Engineering preferred.
Minimum of five years of utilities operations experience
HVAC experience with refrigerants R-22, R-407C, R-507C and R-717
Experience in operation and maintenance of Ammonia Refrigeration system (or Freon related industrial refrigeration systems)
Haz-Mat and forklift training and experience. PSM 14 element awareness
Familiar with maintenance CMMS
Possess or willingness to obtain RETA CARO, RETA CIRO and Boiler operator certification within 2 years of hire date.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, data management, analysis, and reporting.
Must be available to work overtime, weekends and holidays as required for a 24-hr. operation.
Must have strong leadership capabilities with excellent communication skills, allowing for positive working relationships within close working environments.

Responsibilities

Maintaining equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and safety guidelines.
Operate ammonia refrigeration compressors, condensers, pumps, vessels, and associated equipment using Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Make rounds and keep logs of daily operations and events for multiple engine rooms and refrigeration equipment
Systematically troubleshoot and resolve issues with various facility equipment and tools
Maintain and trouble-shoot ammonia refrigeration equipment using the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Adhere to all safety requirements including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lock-out/Tag-out procedures and Process Safety Management related items
Responding to emergency calls and situations related to utility system failures.
Coordinating with other departments and agencies to ensure a swift and effective response.
Facilitate training and guidance on safety procedures, operational protocols, and equipment maintenance.
All team members are expected to adhere to their scheduled working hours and attend work consistently to ensure smooth operation and effective teamwork.