2-2-3 schedule every other weekend works
Day shift: 6:00 am - 6:30pm
Night shift: 6:00 pm - 6:30 am
.75 cent shift differential
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for ensuring the Factory Boilers, Chiller Systems, Air Compressors, Wastewater and other utility systems run efficiently by decreasing down time due to mechanical challenges. The successful Utilities Operator will assist with the installation, maintenance, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Plant machinery used for the production.
ESSors the operation of the plant Dissolved Air Floatation Unit and makes appropriate contact to obtain assistance when problems are noted.
o Assist with and provide support for the maintenance of the plant including installation, repairing, maintaining, setup, troubleshooting, and / or operating Plant Utility Systems, including Boilers, Air Compressors, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Wastewater Operations, Plant Manufacturing equipment or other Utility System machinery.
o Monitor and maintain the correct boiler chemistry. In addition, ensures proper operation of chillers, cooling towers, wastewater treatment facility, and chemical addition systems.
o Conduct facility preventative maintenance and repairs for all equipment as directed.
o Replaces packing on pumps and valves, motor and pump bearings, seals and sleeves. Adjusts shaft alignments, worn parts, bearings, seals, lubricates motors and gearboxes.
o Conducts visual inspection involving small defects and, or small parts. Maintains plant and pump station building and grounds
o Other duties include proper use and care for tools, maintaining daily maintenance logs, ordering and stocking parts.
o Conducts other duties as assigned.
o Troubleshoot control issues.
o Assist with maintenance work as needed
o Flexibility if required to work overtime as required by the maintenance
o Assist Operations/maintenance department as needed
o Any other assigned tasks/duties
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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
Must have a high school diploma and four years of industrial maintenance experience ((mechanical) electrical-electronic a plus). In addition, must possess a valid NJ Blue Seal Operators License for operation of the boilers and NJ Blue Seal Operators License for operation of refrigeration installed in the factory in accordance with the laws of the State of New Jersey.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, write and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance and instructions. Ability to read, comprehend and follow simple instructions. Must have the ability to communicate technical and non-technical information clearly.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Possess the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
REASONING ABILITY:
Must have the ability to apply commonsense and understanding when carrying out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Must have the ability to demonstrate superb decision-making skills to determine the best course of action when performing the responsibilities of the job
Must demonstrate the ability to demonstrate superb decision-making skills, identify potential challenges with the process, and to determine the best course of action when performing the responsibilities of the job
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITITES:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation 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; sit; use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel or crouch.
The position requires manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination to run processing equipment. Normal range of hearing and vision is required.
There is occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. In addition, may require movement of 55 gallon drums of chemicals using appropriate handling equipment.
The position is exposed to machines, chemicals and solvents. Must be able to operate simple and, or complex heavy-duty machinery. Requires working in areas that are not ventilated or air-conditioned.
Ability to wear respirator
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 regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat.
The noise level in the work environment requires mandatory hearing protection