Utility Maintenance Technician — Systems & Safety

Pilgrim's; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's is seeking a Utilities Technician to coordinate maintenance projects, perform preventive maintenance, and diagnose equipment malfunctions. The role includes training junior technicians and ensuring safe operation of water, gas, electrical grids, and telecommunications systems.

The candidate should have 2+ years in industrial operations, strong mechanical abilities, and familiarity with CMMS and SOPs. On-site work with safety-first procedures is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related industrial operations experience.
• Exhibits mechanical ability and understanding of plant operations.
• Follows safety rules including energy control isolation and hot work procedures.
• Ability to learn and follow local SOPs and government regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects and communicate results.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment and system malfunctions.
• Train and mentor new utility technicians.
• Monitor and regulate energy output for utility systems.
• Ensure safety and proper functioning of utility systems (water, gas, electrical grids, networks).
• Disassemble machinery to inspect defects and replace components.
• Study blueprints and manuals for correct operation.
• Escort on-site contractors and vendors as needed.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Mentoring/training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Pilgrim's is seeking a Utilities Technician to coordinate maintenance projects, perform preventive maintenance, and diagnose equipment malfunctions. The role includes training junior technicians and ensuring safe operation of water, gas, electrical grids, and telecommunications systems.

The candidate should have 2+ years in industrial operations, strong mechanical abilities, and familiarity with CMMS and SOPs. On-site work with safety-first procedures is required.