Utility Operator 1 - Night Shift

Fujifilm•Research Triangle Park, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Operator 1 operates, maintains, and repairs black and clean utility systems. This role is also responsible for monitoring mechanical and/or electrical equipment, power distribution, chilled water, gas, domestic and de-ionized water, water for injection (WFI), clean steam, boilers, compressed air, fire alarm, security, remote building equipment monitoring, sanitary, acid waste, and storm drain systems.

Requirements

Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
Ability to operate hand and power tools
Knowledge of control systems
Effective communication, both written and oral
Ability to work in a team environment
Strong organizational skills
Must be able to support 24/7 manufacturing facility, including shift, on-call and weekends
High School Diploma/GED
1-2 years of experience in Utility Operations or a related field

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in mechanical, electrical, applied engineering, or industrial technology
Prior utility operations experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing, or industrial environment
Experience with data tracking software, such as Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Responsibilities

Operates and monitors utility systems, including compressed gases, cooling towers, plant steam, chillers, boilers, HVAC, fire alarm system, and utilities tank farm
Monitors equipment performance, conducts routine maintenance, troubleshoots issues, and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards
Assists with analyzing data to identify areas of improvement, to implement energy saving measures, and to optimize utility usage to minimize costs and environmental impact
Performs basic preventive maintenance on utility equipment
Assists senior operators with complex preventive maintenance tasks
Responds to equipment failures promptly
Monitors and maintains compressed gas inventory
Responds to emergency conditions, such as power outages, fire alarms, and critical equipment alarms
Assists with operating and monitoring site building management system (BMS) and Delta V
Monitors chemical levels of boiler feed water, cooling tower water, and plant steam
Monitors and assists with operating the site’s waste neutralization system
Ensures utility systems and operations comply with relevant regulation standards and guidelines
Maintains accurate records and assists with implementing corrective actions to address non-compliance issues
Assists colleagues with the implementation of process improvements under the direction of senior technician or supervisor
Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize utility operations, cost reductions, and efficiency enhancements
Supports site operations and emergency work orders during off-hours, as needed
Performs other duties, as assigned