Tech Maint Utilities (Salm)

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot all plant utility systems, including ammonia refrigeration, HVAC, boilers, compressed air systems, fire protection systems, water and wastewater systems, natural gas systems and chemical treatment systems.
• Perform regular scheduled Preventive Maintenance on utility equipment and plant facilities and document in CMMS.
• Perform daily inspections and complete verification logs on all systems.
• Support PSM program by keeping up on documentation, SOP reviews, and audit support.
• Work with outside contractors and services to perform scheduled preventive work or inspections, and for outside support when needed.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work requests to perform required maintenance and service.
• Perform basic machinist and welding duties as needs dictate.
• Monitor the water treatment systems; for boilers, cooling towers, and plant.
• Monitor the HVAC system; complete preventive maintenance, change filters, clean coils as needed.
• Monitor and maintain air compressors and vacuum pumps.
• Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to the appropriate personnel.
• Follow established equipment Lockout/Tagout procedures as required without fail.
• Comply with all safety rules and regulations per established company policies.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas.

Requirements

• A high school diploma/GED.
• An Associate's degree in Mechanical Technology, Electro-mechanical Technology or related field is preferred, or completion of a craft apprenticeship.
• A minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment is required, preferably in a USDA-regulated environment, and with broad hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical and industrial skills application.
• PLC, boiler, ammonia refrigeration system, and HVAC experience is preferred.
• Previous exposure to power systems, AC frequency drives, gearboxes, chain and belt drives, and pumps is also preferred.

Skills

• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Basic math skills.

Benefits and Compensation

• Full-time Partners at Salm have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support their well-being and future.
• This includes a 401(k) with a company match, health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as an optional Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Salm also provides company-paid short-term disability and life insurance policies.
• Full-time Partners enjoy paid time off (PTO) and the opportunity to grow within a values-driven and team-focused environment.