Utility Operator / Technician

Armstrong International – Intelligent Solutions in Steam, Air and Hot Water; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision/prescription coverage

Flex Spending Account

Life Insurance

Company-match 401(k) Plan

Vacation, sick and holiday pay

Job summary

Armstrong International in Memphis, TN is looking for a Utility Operator / Technician to ensure reliable delivery of utilities and exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include maintaining high-pressure boilers and refrigeration systems while supporting factory needs.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant licenses, and 3-5 years of hands-on experience with utility systems. The role offers health benefits, a 401(k) plan, and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• MUST HOLD Shelby County Refrigeration and/or 1st Class Steam Operating Engineer license.
• 3-5 years of hands-on utility systems operation experience.
• Background and earnings check required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality utilities and customer service.
• Maintain and operate fire-tube boilers and refrigeration systems.
• Support factory operations ensuring client satisfaction.
• Conduct plant operations and maintenance for utility systems.
• Work unsupervised, applying skill and judgment in operations.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Computer skills (Word & Excel)

Utility systems operation

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

Refrigeration license

1st Class Steam Operating Engineer license

Job description

Overview

Vacancy Name: Utility Operator / Technician
Location: Memphis, TN, United States

Responsibilities

• Employees are responsible for the reliable delivery of high quality utilities and customer service.
• Maintain and operate high-pressure fire-tube boilers, refrigeration, water treatment, as well as support equipment tanks, vessels, piping, valves, traps, pumps, etc.
• Provide daily operations supporting the needs of the factory and other Armstrong Service projects to ensure high levels of customer service that result in client satisfaction and an enjoyable experience for all.
• Apply knowledge of various utility systems (steam, compressed air, water treatment, etc.) to perform all regular and non-routine plant operations and maintenance, including operations of equipment, lab and clerical work.
• Report to the Regional Manager and take direction from Corporate and Customer management. Once trained and qualified, work unsupervised and/or alone, applying a level of skill and judgment that leads to quick and accurate decisions while having some latitude to make normal process changes within prescribed standards.

Qualifications

• Licenses: MUST HOLD Shelby County Refrigeration and/or 1st Class Steam Operating Engineer; Will be required, with company provided training, to earn the other license if both are not held at time of hire.
• Education: High School or equivalent
• Mechanical and electrical skills to perform hands-on troubleshooting and repair
• Computer skills for logs, and other communications (email, Microsoft Word & Excel)
• Hands-on utility systems operation experience
• Background and earnings check
• Experience Level: 3-5 years

Benefits

• Health/dental/vision/prescription coverage
• Flex Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Company-match 401(k) Plan
• Vacation, sick and holiday pay

Physical Requirements

• Walking
• Climbing stairs and ladders
• Bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting <50 lbs.
• Pushing / pulling <80 lbs.
• Ability to distinguish different color wire insulation and chemicals