Utilities Maintenance Technician - Night Shift

Nestlé; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 39,950 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

11 paid annual holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Lifestyle spend

Pet adoption assistance

Sign on Bonus

Job summary

Nestlé’s Cleveland plant is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Utilities to safely operate and maintain ammonia/CO2 refrigeration, steam, glycol, HVAC, and related systems. The role supports production by keeping critical utilities reliable and requires on-call coverage 24/7.

You will perform preventive maintenance, coordinate with contractors, complete regulatory documentation, and uphold Nestlé safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED required; RETA/CIRO certification preferred.
• Completion of Nestlé Refrigeration training Matrix within two years.
• Must pass physical capacity evaluation and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain ammonia/CO2 refrigeration, steam, and HVAC systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment.
• Work with contractors and participate in on-call coverage.
• Document system transactions per regulatory and Nestlé policies.
• Maintain safety standards and participate in OSHA/PSM/HAZMAT training.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration

HVAC systems

Electrical controls

Safety compliance

Education

High school education or GED

RETA CIRO certification

Nestlé Refrigeration training Matrix

Tools

Internal inventory system

Job description

Summary

Maintenance Technician - Utilities is primarily responsible for the proper and safe operation and maintenance of all plant utilities. This includes the ammonia refrigeration, steam, hot water, glycol, HVAC and fire protection systems, compressed air, plus any building maintenance. In addition, the utilities technician also participates in packaging and production maintenance in critical situations as needed. The position supports Utilities and Maintenance as required and requires the associate to be on call 24/7 and fill in for vacations/absences where applicable.

Benefits

• Pay rate:
  • Certified Techs (RETA CIRO): $38 - $40 + Shift Differential
  • Uncertified Techs (RETA CIRO): $29 - $35 + Shift Differential
• Schedule: Sunday-Thursday
• Shift: 3rd – 11pm–7:30am; Shift Differential starts at 10:30pm to 7:00am at $2.25/hr.
• Great benefits, such as:
  • 401K with company match
  • Health, Dental & Vision (eligibility following 30 days of employment)
  • Paid Time Off
  • 11 paid annual holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement, wellness programs & lifestyle spend
  • Pet adoption assistance
  • Sign on Bonus: $2500

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain ammonia/CO2 refrigeration system.
• Operate and maintain steam and hot water boiler systems.
• Operate and maintain hot water heating systems.
• Operate and maintain glycol systems.
• Operate and maintain HVAC systems.
• Maintain fire protection system.
• Maintain compressed air systems.
• Maintain safety systems.
• Work with contractors as needed.
• Accurately complete all required documentation and system transactions as required by all governmental regulatory agencies and Nestlé internal policies.
• Maintain quality control per company guidelines.
• Perform all job duties in accordance with the company’s safety guidelines.
• Perform job rotations during scheduled workday depending on production needs.
• Dispose of trash and clean work area thoroughly.
• Work any assignment as directed by supervisor.
• Work overtime as assigned by supervisor.
• Assure regular and timely attendance per company guidelines.
• Participate in on‑going training to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Perform maintenance and repair to HVAC and industrial NH3 refrigeration systems.
• Troubleshooting and repair of all refrigeration components including valves, pumps, electrical controls, compressors etc. that make up a refrigeration system.
• Formal training and participation in the OSHA PSM/ RMP and HAZMAT programs is preferred.

Nonessential Duties

None

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty at or above the performance standard. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school education, GED, RETA, CIRO certification preferred. Completion of the Nestlé Refrigeration training Matrix is required within the first two years in this role.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple to more complex instructions, formulas, policies, and procedures. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Computer Skills

Good computer knowledge. Ability to comprehend internal inventory system and input data accurately.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must pass physical capacity evaluation examination. Additional specialized training shall be provided in the form of NH3 certification classes to meet the standards of the PSM program. RETA CIRO certification within a two‑year time frame is required.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear.
• Frequently required to climb ladders or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Frequently push or pull pallets, bins, lugs or cylinders.
• Must constantly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Exposed to moving mechanical parts and food fumes or airborne food particles.
• Frequently exposed to wet conditions and occasionally exposed to high places and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to chemicals from water treatment (sulfur candles).
• Noise level usually loud.

Exclusions and Not Eligible

Visa sponsorship not available for this position.

EEO Statement

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require special accommodations in the recruitment process, please inform us confidentially. Contact us at [e-mail] or dial 711 for assistance.