Maintenance Utilities Technician (1st Shift) - Land O'Lakes Inc.

The Utilities Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, testing, maintaining, calibrating, and properly operating the ammonia refrigeration system, boilers/steam systems, HVAC systems, the compressed air systems, the wastewater system, chemical systems for boilers/condenser water, and the domestic water systems.

Hours: 1st shift (Hours may be flexible), may require on occasion, off shift hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

Pay Range: $27.00 - $35.00 an hour, depends on experience.

We offer a $3,000.00 Sign on Bonus:$500 upon start, $500 after 60-day probationary period, $500 after six months of service, $1500 after 12 months of service.

Primary Function:

• Perform preventive maintenance on utilities equipment.
  
• Troubleshoot and repair ammonia refrigeration systems, HVAC systems, boiler/steam systems and domestic water heating systems.
  
• Maintain boiler/condenser water chemical systems.
  
• Maintain refrigeration, cooling tower, and boiler logbooks.
  
• Performance of duties assigned with focus on safety, quality (of product and task!) and GMP's.
  
• Execute work orders on time as assigned by planner/scheduler, PSM Manager, or other members of management as assigned in proper priority.
  
• Calibration of any/all equipment and instruments as assigned.
  
• Responsible for housekeeping of work areas, maintenance shop and parts storage areas as assigned.
  
• Manage plant utilities systems to include but not limited to the plant refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, compressed air, Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), water chemical systems, and domestic water systems.
  
• Key contributor to the installation of major plant process and utility equipment/projects.
  

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required
  
• 1+ years' experience with basic electrical systems, compressors, welding, plumbing, conveyers, hydraulics, packaging, PLC, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, and pumps.
  
• Must have HVAC, Ammonia and Boiler experience.
  
• Minimum 1 year experience working with Boilers, Ammonia refrigeration units, and HVAC systems.
  
• Ability to run various computer applications that apply to the department and business to an acceptable degree, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Products, and CMMS program, etc.
  
• Able to do mathematical calculations, read/interpret mechanical and electrical diagrams.
  
• Currently holds or be able to successfully complete the Ammonia Operator I or equivalent certification within 12 months of job assignment.
  
• Successfully completes the Boiler Operator I certification within 18 months of job assignment.
  
• The ability to understand major plant utilities of the production process systems and the principles behind them.
  
• Basic Electrical knowledge to include NFPA 70e requirements.
  
• Ability to make regular rounds and document all findings.
  

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences:

• Two-year Associates degree in mechanical or HVAC desired
  

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift/carry 70+ lbs. on a frequent basis
  
• Bending, Twisting, Climbing, Pushing, Pulling, Stooping and Lifting
  
• Wearing respirators when necessary due to the current or temporary environmental conditions requiring such
  
• Wearing of all PPE, working at heights and working with appropriate tools and aids in elevated temperature environments
  

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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