Utilities Technician-Alma

Hormel Foods Family of Companies • Alma, KS

8d • $28 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Technician role at Alma Foods involves performing advanced troubleshooting and maintenance on various utility systems including refrigeration, boilers, steam, compressed air, and water. This position supports continuous improvement efforts, coordinates responses to utility outages, and assists with maintenance job scoping. The technician will utilize condition monitoring tools and perform precision maintenance tasks. They will also serve as a facility responder for hazardous material releases and maintain accurate documentation.

Requirements

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent industrial experience with the ability to obtain required certifications within defined timeframes.
• Minimum of 3 years of industrial utilities experience.
• Required certifications such as RETA CIRO, Boiler Operator 1, or state equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot refrigeration, boiler, steam, compressed air, and water systems.
• Ability to work safely in high-risk utility environments while following all PPE, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to participate in emergency response situations as trained.
• Ability to efficiently learn and use business and technical software tools—including Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, the company’s EAMS/CMMS, and Outlook—to support maintenance planning, documentation, and analysis.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting up to 50 pounds; twisting, bending, kneeling, and crawling on top of or under equipment; working in hot and cold environments; operating aerial lifts; using ladders; and working at heights.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
• Must be 18 year of age or older.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with industrial refrigeration systems such as liquid overfeed
• Training in water treatment systems and regulatory compliance.
• Experience supporting energy efficiency or utility reliability improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting of refrigeration, boiler, steam, compressed air, and water systems.
• Perform routine inspections, rounds, readings, and basic troubleshooting activities following established SOPs.
• Analyze system trends and apply precision measurement techniques to diagnose performance issues.
• Perform corrective actions for system alarms, excursions, and efficiency losses.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to energy efficiency, reliability, and compliance.
• Coordinate cross-functional responses to utility outages, emergencies, and planned system shutdowns.
• Support maintenance job scoping activities by participating in field walk-downs, evaluating equipment condition, identifying required labor, materials, tooling, and safety controls, and providing technical input to aid accurate job planning.
• Utilize condition monitoring and diagnostic tools—including vibration analysis, ultrasonic testing, infrared/thermal imaging, oil analysis interpretation, and visual inspection—to identify developing equipment issues and support proactive maintenance decisions.
• Perform precision maintenance tasks such as alignment, balancing, torque verification, calibration, clearance measurement, and proper installation techniques to ensure equipment reliability and longevity.
• Serve as a facility responder for hazardous material releases, following established emergency response procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Use and maintain accurate SOPs, P&IDs, and regulatory documentation.

Benefits

• $28.25-$39.50 per hour paid weekly
• $9,000 RETENTION BONUS (3rd party Hires and internal transfers ineligible- contact HR for Details)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance; short-term and long-term disability.
• Vacation and holiday pay.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Educational assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree