Utilities Technician - 1st Shift at Land O'Lakes, Inc. in Kiel, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Utilities Technician - 1st Shift

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 (Hours may be flexible), may require on occasion, off shift hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

Pay Range: $29.36 to 37.77. 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

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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