Technician, Utilities 1

About the role

The Plant Utilities Technician is responsible for operating, monitoring, maintaining, and repairing utility systems and equipment, minimizing equipment downtime and meeting efficiency goals.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all Plant and Safety policies and procedures, including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as well as adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Operate, maintain, and repair steam boilers, glycol chillers, cooling towers, air compressors, nitrogen generation, CO2 recovery, multiple reverse osmosis units, and other bulk commodities as well as the wastewater treatment plant and aquifer injection wells.
• Analyze data from controls, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and biological systems and initiate change to ensure continuous, cost-effective treatment within equipment requirements and state discharge permit limits.
• Initiate corrective actions or alternative methods and procedures to continue operations if outages, repairs, breakdowns, large spills or dumps occur at the wastewater treatment plant.
• Perform basic and advanced laboratory tests as needed.
• Conduct routine as well as non-routine analysis of the waste stream and other utility systems, like boiler chemicals, well water quality and filtration equipment.
• Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance of associated equipment.
• Demonstrate effective root-cause problem solving to identify and perform equipment repairs and improvements.

Requirements

• 1 – 3 years of relevant work experience working on chillers/boilers, CO2 recovery, RO systems, or laboratory and or operational experience in an aerobic and or anaerobic wastewater treatment plant is desired, preferably in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of wastewater treatment plant operations, sludge processing and handling, chemistry, microbiology and operations of sophisticated analytical laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of mathematics, mechanics, chemistry, biology, microbiology, electrical systems, controls systems, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Competent in the operation of equipment used in the aerobic/anaerobic wastewater treatment plants. These unit processes include pumping stations, controls systems, screening, grit removal, clarification, pH and nutrient control through various chemical additions, sludge press, anaerobic pre-treatment, etc.
• Experience with pumps, motors, compressors, boilers, valves, PRVs, SCADA.
• Proficient in computer and software skills such as MS office, excel, word, and email and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage well under pressure while staying true to the company values.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take on any task.
• Reliable and punctual - must adhere to attendance and absenteeism policy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work while multitasking.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Able to demonstrate and maintain a "can-do" and positive attitude.
• Able to provide and receive open and regular feedback and adjust accordingly.
• Works collaboratively within various teams.
• Able to adjust communication/leadership style as needed and when appropriate.
• Fully accountable owner of self and team behaviors and results.

Skills

• Knowledge of mathematics, mechanics, chemistry, biology, microbiology, electrical systems, controls systems, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Competent in the operation of equipment used in the aerobic/anaerobic wastewater treatment plants.
• Experience with pumps, motors, compressors, boilers, valves, PRVs, SCADA.
• Proficient in computer and software skills such as MS office, excel, word, and email and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Benefits

At Mark Anthony, We Exist To Unearth The Extraordinary Our Purpose is not just a statement; it is a call to action that binds us together and ignites our passion for making a difference. It is the driving force behind why we do what we do every single day, connecting our global organization across all business units, roles, and locations.

Pay

Pay starts at $33.99/hour

Schedule

This position is scheduled 2-2-3, 12-hour shifts in a two-week cycle. Shift operations include weekends, holidays. Must be able to work overtime as directed by management.

Working Conditions

• Exposed to occupational hazards, including but not limited to, high noise levels, physical obstacles, exposure to chemicals, etc.
• Exposed to extreme heat/cold temperatures.
• Must have sufficient endurance to perform tasks over long periods of time.
• Fast-paced and constantly changing work environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand/move 8-12 hours per day.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs/ladders throughout shift.
• Fine motor skills and dexterity for manipulation.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including (but not limited to) bump cap, safety steel toe shoes, safety glasses, dust masks or PAPRs.
• Must adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).