Chiller System Technician

About the role

The Chiller System Technician is responsible for the repair, maintenance, and continual improvement of the site chilled water system and other utilities systems to maximize efficiency, prevent any interruption of production, facilitate new processes and/or enhance operation. They develop areas of expertise on chilled water systems, equipment (including chillers, heat exchangers, pumps, and valves), and procedures as training and work experience dictate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate maintenance, internal and external resources, and project related activities related to chilled water and other utilities systems.
• Works under minimal direction of supervisor or technical lead on assignments.
• Provide technical service for systems as assigned: repair, troubleshooting, and daily monitoring for potential issues and/or improvements.
• Identify and evaluate problematic issues and help implement and communicate solutions.
• Aid operations in troubleshooting potential impacts on production and in training operators on the optimal system operating parameters.
• Assist in gathering system information and specifications for production, engineering groups and outside consultants, contractors, and various departments within the company.
• Participate and/or assist engineers in the design of process equipment or systems for optimal performance. Assist in the start-up of new and troubleshoot existing facilities/equipment to ensure optimal operation and performance.
• Identify and help implement improvements in processes, equipment or work processes.

Qualifications

• High School/GED is required AND at least 5 years prior technical experience in area(s) of specialty (chilled water systems)
• Technical training completion/certification or associates degree may substitute for up to 2 years of required experience.
• Knowledge of basic regulatory requirements.
• Communication Skills - Ability to concisely communicate key issues to stakeholders.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to assess issues that arise, seek multiple perspectives, gather more information as needed, and identify key issues that need to be addressed.
• Computer Literacy - Basic competence of spreadsheets, word processing and email, and knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems and purchasing systems.