Utilities Technician (1st Shift)

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Job Title: Utilities Technician (1st Shift)
Location: Kiel, WI, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Land O Lakes
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Technician
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: As stated in the Land O'Lakes Job Posting policy, all employees who post for an internal opening must inform their current manager at the time they apply.

Our growth relies on our extraordinary talent. Unlock your greatest potential at Land O'Lakes by continuing to make a difference, driving results and growing your career.

Utilities Technician (1st Shift)

1st Shift Maintenance Utilities Technician

The Utilities Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, testing, maintaining, calibrating, and properly operating the ammonia refrigeration system, boilers/steam systems, HVAC systems, the compressed air systems, the wastewater system, chemical systems for boilers/condenser water, and the domestic water systems.

Hours: 1st shift 8am - 4pm (hours may be flexible), may require on occasion, off shift hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

Pay Range: $30.46 to $39.19. an hour, based on experience.

We offer a $3,000.00 Sign on Bonus: $500 upon start, $500 after 60-day probationary period, $500 after six months of service, $1500 after 12 months of service.

Primary Function:
Perform preventive maintenance on utilities equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair ammonia refrigeration systems, HVAC systems, boiler/steam systems and domestic water heating systems.
Maintain boiler/condenser water chemical systems.
Maintain refrigeration, cooling tower, and boiler logbooks.
Performance of duties assigned with focus on safety, quality (of product and task!) and GMP's.
Execute work orders on time as assigned by planner/scheduler, PSM Manager, or other members of management as assigned in proper priority.
Calibration of any/all equipment and instruments as assigned.
Responsible for housekeeping of work areas, maintenance shop and parts storage areas as assigned.
Manage plant utilities systems to include but not limited to the plant refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, compressed air, Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), water chemical systems, and domestic water systems.
Key contributor to the installation of major plant process and utility equipment/projects.

Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma required
1+ years' experience with basic electrical systems, compressors, welding, plumbing, conveyers, hydraulics, packaging, PLC, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, and pumps.
Minimum 1 year experience working with one of the following systems: Boilers, Ammonia refrigeration units, or HVAC systems.
Ability to run various computer applications that apply to the department and business to an acceptable degree, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Products, and CMMS program, etc.
Able to do mathematical calculations, read/interpret mechanical and electrical diagrams.
Currently holds or be able to successfully complete the Ammonia Operator I or equivalent certification within 12 months of job assignment.
Successfully completes the Boiler Operator I certification within 18 months of job assignment.
The ability to understand major plant utilities of the production process systems and the principles behind them.
Basic Electrical knowledge to include NFPA 70e requirements.
Ability to make regular rounds and document all findings.

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences:
Two-year Associates degree in mechanical or HVAC desired

Physical Requirements:
Able to lift/carry 55 lbs. on a frequent basis
Bending, Twisting, Climbing, Pushing, Pulling, Stooping and Lifting
Wearing respirators when necessary due to the current or temporary environmental conditions requiring such
Wearing of all PPE, working at heights and working with appropriate tools and aids in elevated temperature environments

Grade:

Prod

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Job Post Date: 06/01/25