Utilities Maintenance Technician - Dairy Farmers of America : Job Details

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

General Purpose:

Maintain plant and equipment in good working order. Provide guidance and support to other team members on shift.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist management to ensure that all preventative maintenance work orders are completed according to schedule. Assist with everyday maintenance issues and repairs.
• Repair and maintenance of all plant equipment, including boilers, chillers, compressors, cooling yard, utility, and production equipment.
• Provide guidance and support to other team members.
• Assist in development of maintenance department shift schedules and attendance.
• Oversee addressing of elevated issues. Ensure daily jobs and work orders assignments reflect appropriate priorities.
• Ensure maintenance team has a good understanding of work practices and procedures.
• Maintain and order repair and maintenance parts, supplies, tools, and equipment related to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrate ownership and responsibility of assigned area by following through with work orders, repairs, parts request and contractor work.
• Develop, implement, and support preventative maintenance programs
• Provide daily status information to leadership.
• Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive.
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity.
• Attend required training, including but not limited to Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
• Work schedule includes on call and weekend shifts.
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee; but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 5 years of maintenance work experience in industrial setting with extensive knowledge in one trade (preferably HVAC with boilers and chillers)
• Certification and/or License
• May be required to obtain and maintain other certifications and/or licenses for continued employment
• Trade specialty certification or licensure preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
• Knowledge of dairy industry, including production processes and products
• Knowledge of machine shop equipment
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to perform all required preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures
• Able to understand the basic types of controls used in the plant and how they affect the process
• Able to perform minor electrical work (i.e. change pump motors and diagnose motor control problems)
• Able to use standard maintenance tools
• Able to perform routine repairs and minor projects from planning to installation
• Able to perform routine preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment, identify any abnormal conditions, and maintain appropriate records
• Able to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (mig/tig/stick)
• Able to follow process control computer variables, schematics, and diagnose system problems
• Able to assist other mechanics on more complicated repairs in a safe and useful manner
• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
• Able to multi-task and problem solve
• Able to be proactive in seeking solutions
• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to work under tight deadlines with flexibility
• Able to prioritize and plan work
• Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Able to read, write, and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer