Utilities Operator

City Brewing Company; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k)

Job summary

City Brewing Company in Irwindale, CA seeks a Utilities Operator to maintain and operate the plant’s refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, compressed air, CO2/N2 supply and water systems in a 24/7 production environment.

You will follow NFPA70E, OSHA, EPA and GMP guidelines, document daily activities in logbooks and CMMS, perform routine maintenance, and support energy and resource efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Graduation from technical trade school; and/or 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• Unlimited Steam License, preferred.
• RETA CARO I Certification, preferred.
• Experience with High Pressure Boilers, Ammonia Refrigeration, CO2/N2 systems preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient in navigating the Internet.
• Able to work overtime, weekends and holidays for a 24/7 facility.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to a safe workplace by following NFPA70E, OSHA, EPA, FDA, PSM/RMP, LOTO rules and related policies.
• Operate and maintain brewery utilities equipment including ammonia system, HVAC, boilers, compressed air, water distribution, and related systems.
• Analyze data from SOPs to guide maintenance decisions and conserve water, energy, and gas resources.
• Perform routine maintenance using hand and power tools and handle basic part changes.
• Document daily activities in logbooks and CMMS.
• Adhere to GMPs and plant quality control policies; wear PPE as required.

Skills

Utilities operation

HVAC systems

Boilers

Ammonia refrigeration

CO2/N2 systems

Piping & instrumentation diagrams

Safety compliance

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical trade school credential

5 years related experience

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Internet navigation

Job description

City Brewing Company – Who We AreCity Brewing & Beverage is a leading U.S. co-manufacturer for top beverage brands. With more than 25 years of experience and state-of-the-art high scale and high volume facilities, we have the ability to produce a diverse portfolio of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. We foster a collaborative, growth-focused workplace where employees are empowered to learn, lead, and make an impact while helping shape the future of the beverage industry.

Job Summary

The Utilities Operator is an essential part of the City Brewery team working in a collaborative environment to achieve a shared goal. The position is responsible for the Operation of Plant Refrigeration Systems, Steam Boilers, Compressed Air Systems, HVAC, Plant CO2/N2 Supply and Water Distribution Systems.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Contributes to a safe workplace by performing all tasks in accordance with NFPA70E, OSHA, EPA, FDA, PSM/RMP, LOTO safety rules, codes, policies and regulations and Confined Entry policies
• Operate and maintain the brewery’s utilities equipment, such as large ammonia system, HVAC, high pressure boilers, compressed air systems, desiccant air dryers plant water distribution systems, water softeners and carbon filters
• Analyze data and information available, including SOPs, to help make decisions on equipment maintenance, equipment improvements and minimize wasted resources in water, energy, and natural gas
• Utilizing hand and power tools for basic routine maintenance tasks, lubrication and small part changes
• Documents daily activities during shift through logbooks and CMMS
• Follows plant quality control policies and GMP’s
• Wears required PPE regularly and evaluates additional safety measures as needed to perform all work safely

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, required
• Graduation from technical trade school in relevant field; and/or 5 years’ experience in a related field
• Unlimited Steam License, preferred
• RETA CARO I Certification, preferred
• Experience and/or knowledge in at least one of the following areas is preferred: High Pressure Boilers, Ammonia Refrigeration systems, Compressed Air Systems, HVAC and CO2/N2 systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient in navigating the Internet
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures and climates
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures (e.g. lock out/tag out, confined space)
• Ability to understand and interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, Schematics and Equipment manuals
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, identify root causes, propose and implement remedies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Available to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed to support a 24/7 facility environment

Benefits/Compensation

City Brewery provides a competitive salary and benefit package that includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long Term Disability Insurance; Section 125; 401(k) and a paid 30-minute meal period. The Company also contributes monthly towards the employee elected health and dental benefits.

City Brewery is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.