Mech B Boiler Ammonia - Berkeley, CA

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The Maintenance Mechanic - Central Utilities
- Boiler Ammonia Operator performs operational checks, repairs, and modifications to site utilities systems and assist the other crafts as required and the Company’s safety, environmental and operating policies and procedures. This is an ILWU Local 6 union role.

• Perform operational checks, repairs, and modifications to site utilities such as the ammonia plant, chillers, chill water systems, boilers, steam & condensate distribution systems, compressed air systems, water treatment systems, purified water systems, WFI systems, cooling towers, etc.;
• Assist in performance of routine, unscheduled, and preventative maintenance and modification jobs on all site utility systems;
• Execute LOTO of utility systems and equipment with guidance from Senior or “A” level central utility personnel or department Supervisor;
• Assist in troubleshooting, including basic electrical or instrumentation troubleshooting of equipment that is not performing to standards and makes the necessary repairs to get optimum performance from the equipment;
• Responsible for compliance with all Engineering standards and practices, cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices), data recording and reporting of work orders;
• Responsible for supporting and complying with Bayer Berkeley’s commitment to health, safety, and environmental protection initiatives and programs;
• Participate in reviews regarding repairs, replacements, failure analysis, installations and modifications of equipment;
• Performs other duties assigned.

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

• High school diploma, or GED PLUS a minimum two (2) years of industrial maintenance experience, and/or an equivariant combination of minimum one (1) year applicable Military or Merchant Marine experience plus relevant field experience.
• Read, write, speak, and comprehend English in order to understand written and verbal instructions, SOP’s, BPR’s, etc.;
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot utility systems without assistance;
• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• Work weekends, holidays and overtime as required (including 10-hour shifts as needed and on-call);
• Acceptable attendance and performance;
• Work independently and self-directed with minimal supervision;
• Possess proficient:
• Understanding of process control systems related to site utilities;
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems, boilers and site/central utility systems and is able to develop Energy Control Plans for the LOTO of utility systems and equipment. o knowledge of other trades (Instrumentation, Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC/R);
• Read and understand equipment drawings, schematics, and technical manuals at a proficient level that allows determining OEM part numbers required for maintenance;
• Experienced using multi-meters for checking AC/DC voltages, amperage meters on AC/DC circuits;
• Computer skills - required to navigate through building automated systems which interface with utility equipment;
• Knowledge of test equipment and chemistry to perform water quality tests for cooling towers;
• If primarily assigned to the Ammonia Plant - must be able to obtain RETA certifications;
• SAP knowledge and proficiency in writing and execution of SAP notifications;
• Universal Refrigeration or Boiler Operations Certifications are a plus.
• Physical
  
  Qualifications:
• Must be able to lift up to ≤75 lbs. and push/pull up to ≤650 lbs. with assistance;
• Climbing required up to ≤30 feet and/or ≤3 stories;
• Must be…