Utilities Supervisor

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operation and maintenance of plant utility systems.
• Lead and develop utility technicians, operators, and maintenance personnel.
• Schedule preventive and predictive maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime.
• Monitor utility system performance and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, state environmental regulations, and company safety policies.
• Manage boiler, steam, water treatment, wastewater treatment, refrigeration, compressed air, and HVAC systems.
• Cook up maintenance shutdowns and utility-related capital projects.
• Develop standard operating procedures and maintenance practices.
• Maintain utility records, permits, inspections, and regulatory documentation.
• Analyze utility consumption and identify opportunities for energy savings and cost reduction.
• Manage outside contractors and vendors supporting utility operations.
• Support plant production goals through reliable utility services and rapid response to operational issues.
• Participate in emergency response and provide after-hours support as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Utilities Management, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of industrial utilities, maintenance, or plant operations experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, food processing, ethanol, agricultural processing, or power generation environments is highly desirable.

Technical Knowledge

• Boilers and steam generation systems.
• Water treatment and wastewater systems.
• Refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Electrical distribution and motor control systems.
• PLCs, instrumentation, and process controls.
• Preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Energy management and utility optimization.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Project management and planning skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergencies.
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety practices and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with CMMS, Microsoft Office, and plant control systems.

Working Conditions

• Industrial manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, chemicals, and moving equipment.
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and enter confined spaces.
• On-call availability for utility emergencies and plant support.
• Occasional weekend and overtime work may be required.

Preferred Certifications

• Boiler Operator License.
• Ammonia Refrigeration Certification (if applicable).
• Wastewater or Water Treatment Operator Certification.
• OSHA 30-Hour Training.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or similar credential.