Utilities Operator

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are as a company. It's our culture. It's our heritage. And more than ever, it's our future. A future where we're always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life's moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential.

The power we create together - when we combine your strengths with ours - is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

SALARY: $40.82/hr. starting wage

• Increased to $41.57 after 60-day probationary period
• Potential to obtain Advanced Utility Operator Rate by $3.00 after two years

SHIFT: Please note that shifts are assigned based on seniority and business need. Typically, employees in this position work 7 days then have 2 days off. Then the following week, work 7 days and have 1 day off. Then, 7 days on 4 days off.

COMPANY:

We are home to the nation's most iconic beer and beyond beer brands, including Michelob ULTRA - America's #1 top-selling beer - as well as Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Cutwater Spirits, and industry-leading craft brands. From our longstanding efforts to support American farmers, military, veterans, and first responders, to emergency drinking water donations and responsible drinking programs, we are guided by our commitment to the communities we call home and the 65,000 hardworking Americans who bring our beer to life.

We are powered by a team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

ROLE

SUMMARY:



At the Jacksonville Brewery, the Utilities Technician is a critical role responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of Brewery wide industrial utility supply systems such as ammonia refrigeration systems; glycol storage and distribution system, industrial HVAC system using lithium chloride dehumidification, compressed air systems; process and potable water systems, chlorine and chlorine dioxide disinfection system, steam generation, and CO2 collection, liquefaction, vaporization, and distribution.

Our Utilities Operators work in a team or independently within a high-speed manufacturing environment and are the key in guaranteeing that our quality is where it needs to be: the very best. Opportunities available to maximize your earnings and expand your technical knowledge. If you are looking for a new challenge, come join our team today!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate Brewery Utilities systems including: steam, CO2 collection, ammonia and glycol refrigeration, dehumidification, compressed air and incoming water & wastewater treatment
• Active and certified participant in the brewery's HAZWOPER emergency response team. Willingness to don respirator and PPE up to OSHA level A as required
• Perform chemical treatment for boiler water, cooling tower water, and pasteurizer water
• Responsible for process management, basic maintenance tasks, lubrication, housekeeping, and sanitation
• Document and respond to all activities that occur during shift of responsibility
• Respond to customer department requests for assistance with Utility system optimization and/or isolation
• Interpretation of and familiarization with piping and instrumentation drawings (P and IDs)
• Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM), Predictive Maintenance (PdM), and general corrective maintenance to increase equipment reliability and up-time
• Analyze process data to drive equipment efficiency
• Lead and participate in continuous process improvement activities inside and outside the department (PDCA, 5 Why, Lean Six Sigma)
• This is a 24/7/365 facility - the position involves shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Familiarity with automated process control systems
• Required experience in steam boiler OR refrigeration
• Experience with water tube medium pressure boilers; industrial ammonia refrigeration systems; compressed air systems; cooling tower systems; CO2 gas collection and liquefaction systems
• Ability perform mechanical work including valve maintenance/replacement, belt replacement, motor/gearbox replacement, and lubrication routes
• Strong computer skills required;
  Microsoft Office Excel proficiency as well as Computerized Maintenance
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, troubleshoot problems, identify root causes (e.g. six sigma analysis) and propose and implement remedies
• Prior process safety management (PSM) experience preferred
• Prior HVACR experience preferred

WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:

At Anheuser-Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. For more than 165 years as a leading American manufacturer, Anheuser-Busch has delivered a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. As the nation's top brewer, one of the fastest growing spirits companies, and an insurgent force in…