Industrial Refrigeration & Utilities Technician

ExploreHolton; Kansas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnsonville is seeking an experienced Utilities Technician to oversee and maintain plant refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, water systems, and other utility equipment. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and support capital projects under the supervision of the Utilities Leader.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in industrial refrigeration or boiler fields, strong electrical/mechanical skills, and a readiness to obtain required certifications within stated timelines.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent in industrial maintenance.
• Certification in operator safety and process systems preferred.
• Experience with electrical, mechanical, and plumbing in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant refrigeration, boiler, HVAC, water, and utility systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and plumbing issues across systems.
• Assist in developing SOPs and PM systems.
• Maintain plant PSM and HAZMAT programs.
• Maintain Storm Water and Spill Prevention Plans.
• Follow Safe Operating Procedures for repairs.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

P&ID reading

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

PLC experience

CMMS/SAP

Maintenance planning

Team mentoring

Education

Technical degree in industrial maintenance or related field

Class I Operator certification

RETA certification

Boiler Operator certification (Class I)

PSM certification (desired)

Class II certification (desired)

Job description

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• Operate all Plant Refrigeration, High- and Low-pressure water distribution, Hot water systems, HVAC, Boiler, Compressed Air, Electrical Distribution.
• Conduct Preventive Maintenance and repair of all plant Refrigeration, High- and Low-pressure water distribution, Hot water systems, HVAC, Boiler, and Utility equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems on all plant Refrigeration, High- and Low-pressure water distribution, Hot water systems, HVAC, Boiler, and utility equipment.
• Assist in development of SOP and PM systems
• Assist in maintaining the plant’s PSM program.
• Assist in maintaining the plant’s HAZMAT equipment.
• Assist in maintaining the plant’s Storm Water Plan.
• Assist in maintaining the plant’s Spill Prevention Plan.
• Understand and follow all Safe Operating Practices for repairs to facility systems.
• Research parts needed for work/repairs and properly utilize the Parts Inventory and Work Order systems.
• Assist in other areas of the plant as assigned by the Utilities Leader.

Education:

• Technical Degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field.
• Must have at a minimum a Class I Operator and RETA Certification or be able to obtain certification within 1 year. A Class II certification desired.
• Must have at a minimum a Class I Boiler Operator certification or be able to obtain certification within 2 years. A Class II certification desired.
• Completion of an Industrial Ammonia Process Safety Management (PSM) certification desired; must be able to obtain within 3 years.

Experience:

• At least 4 years of experience in the Industrial Refrigeration, and/or Boiler field with solid skills in electrical, mechanical, and plumbing.
• Skills with PLC’s are desirable.
• Ability to understand P&ID’s and experience in reading blueprints and schematics.
• Understands Compliance Guidelines and Requirements under PSM.
• Experience with capital projects and related maintenance.

Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrated electrical and mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
• Commitment to personal growth and a proven ability to coach and mentor others to higher levels of responsibility and skills.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong decision making and prioritization skills to manage multiple tasks at a time.
• Highly motivated self-starter with the drive to achieve results.
• Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP (or equivalent CMMS software), and Viziya (or equivalent maintenance scheduling software)
• Willing to travel off-site for additional training and certification as required.
• Must become a Member of the Emergency Response Team and be able to pass a Respirator Fit Test (properly groomed/shaved) and Physical.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and outdoor working conditions.
• Available to work overtime and be on-call as required.

Description

As a Utilities Technician, you will ensure the proper maintenance and operation of all plant Refrigeration, Boiler, Air, Water, and associated utility systems and equipment in the facility. Affected equipment includes the plant ammonia refrigeration system, boilers, HVAC systems, plant water, and support systems that are utilized by the plant.

Company

Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 2,000 Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!