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SUMMARY

Maintenance Technician - Utilities  is primarily responsible for the proper and safe operation and maintenance of all plant utilities.  This includes the ammonia refrigeration, steam, hot water, glycol, HVAC and fire protection systems, compressed air, plus any building maintenance.  In addition, the utilities technician also participates in packaging and production maintenance in critical situations as needed.  This position supports Utilities, and Maintenance as required and requires the associate to be on call 24/7 and fill in for vacations/ absences where applicable.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Pay rate:
  • Certified Techs (RETA CIRO): $38 - $40 + Shift Differential
  • Uncertified Techs (RETA CIRCO): $29 - $35 + Shift Differential
• Schedule: Sunday-Thursday
• Shift: 3rd -11pm-7:30am; Shift Differential starts at 10:30pm to 7:00am at $2.25/hr.
• Great benefits, such as:
• 401K with company match
• Health, Dental & Vision (eligibility following 30 days of employment)
• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid annual holidays
• Tuition reimbursement, wellness programs & lifestyle spend
• Pet adoption assistance

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Utilities Technician:

1. Operate and maintain ammonia/ CO2 refrigeration system.
2. Operate and maintain steam and hot water boiler systems.
3. Operate and maintain hot water heating systems.
4. Operate and maintain glycol systems.
5. Operate and maintain HVAC systems.
6.  Maintain fire protection system.
7.  Maintain compressed air systems.
8.  Maintain safety systems.
9.  Work with contractors as needed.
10. Accurately complete all required documentation and system transactions as required by all Governmental regulatory agencies and Nestle internal policies. 
11. Maintain quality control per company guidelines.
12. Perform all job duties in accordance with the company’s safety guidelines.
13. Perform job rotations during scheduled workday depending on production needs.
14. Dispose of trash and clean work area thoroughly.
15. Work any assignment as directed by supervisor.
16. Work overtime as assigned by supervisor.
17. Assure regular and timely attendance per company guidelines.
18. Participate in on-going training to enhance knowledge and skills .
19. Other duties as assigned.
20. Perform maintenance and repair to HVAC and industrial NH3 refrigeration systems.
21. Troubleshooting and repair of all refrigeration components including valves, pumps, electrical controls, compressors etc. that make up a refrigeration system.
22. Formal training and participation in the OSHA PSM/ RMP and HAZMAT programs is preferred.

NONESSENTIAL DUTIES

None

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty at or above the performance standard.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school education, GED, RETA, CIRO certification preferred.   Completion of the Nestlé Refrigeration training Matrix is required within the first two years in this role.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple to more complex instructions, formulas, policies and procedures.  Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.  Ability to perform these operations using units weight measurement, volume and distance.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Good computer knowledge.  Ability to comprehend internal inventory system and input data accurately. 

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must pass physical capacity evaluation examination.   Additional specialized training shall be provided in the form of NH3 certification classes to meet the standards of the PSM program.  RETA CIRO certification  within a two year time frame is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear.  The employee is frequently required to climb ladders or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  The employee will frequently push or pull pallets, bins, lugs or cylinders. 

The employee must constantly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and food fumes or airborne food particles.  The employee is frequently exposed to wet conditions and occasionally exposed to high places, and temperature extremes.  Employee also has exposure to chemicals from the water treatment of our water towers/boilers (sulfur candles).  The noise level in their work environment is usually loud. 

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.  Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
 
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
 

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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