Energy Systems Technician

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The Energy Systems Technician performs all maintenance work as assigned by the Maintenance Planner and/or the Maintenance Lead or Advisor according to the specifications as outlined in applicable Visual Work Instruction and proactive maintenance techniques. The Technician will be primarily responsible for work on the energy systems (ammonia/cooling systems, boiler/steam systems, and compressed air systems) and will respond to calls when needed.

Work is performed using appropriate replacement parts and coordinated with the Maintenance Team Leader and production leadership to maximize process reliability and minimize negative impacts on production schedules.

• Level 2 Ramsay test with a passing score.
• Pass all Learning Log Assignments.
• Pass off B&R Level 2 check sheet.
• Pass Boiler 1 School, Ammonia 1 School, 6‑month skills, Hands‑On Testing, Troubleshooting test (simutech), Ordering Parts, Print Reading, Improvement Project, Successful Leader Eval.

Level 2 – Experienced technician capable of independently performing, documenting, and training others in maintenance activities. Can apply learned skills and utilize tools to improve equipment reliability.

Electives – Specialty areas that a partner may develop advanced skills. Most positions require general proficiency at Level 1 for elective areas; specific electives may be requested or required based on the mechanic’s skills and company needs.

• Perform all process CP, CCP, QP, and CQP checks required for the position.
• Follow reaction plans for Food Safety, Food Quality and customer requirement deviations.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices, housekeeping guidelines, safety guidelines, PPE, regulatory requirements, and Food Safety measures (100% of time).
• Complete maintenance work within allocated time, documenting all work and parts used in the CMMS (100% of time).
• Modify, fabricate, and upgrade plant equipment following process change procedure or MOC (25% of time).
• Implement and complete preventive maintenance tasks; use predictive maintenance techniques (Ultrasonic, Infrared, oil analysis, vibration analysis, laser alignment) (60% of time).
• Conduct troubleshooting and repair activities (≤15% of time).
• Identify parts, supplies, and tools needed for follow‑up corrective work (≤5% of time).
• Track and report performance metrics to assist in action plans (5% of time).
• Continue training for certification levels and maintain current maintenance techniques (weekly 5% of time).

• Communicate with plant leadership, vendors, contractors, other maintenance partners, and line operators to coordinate work and resolve issues.
• Train basic‑level peers in elective or other areas as assigned.
• Perform peer‑to‑peer technical training in areas of expertise as required.
• Train operators on advanced equipment care and operation as assigned.

• Proficiency with Visual Work Instruction, eAM, MS Office Products (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint), PDF Reader, Snipping Tool, and other software.
• Assign parts to work orders, read and interpret failure codes, use personal devices or scanners.
• Perform work in applicable systems in compliance with VWI’s.
• Document VWI’s for common work activities.
• Use CMMS software for personalized searches.
• Use power tools: tap and die, volt/multi‑meter, soldering iron, bearing heater, laser alignment tool, infrared, ultrasonic, Megger.
• Follow OEM or VWI instructions for fastener selection.

• Repair and troubleshoot basic systems.
• Read pneumatic and hydraulic schematics.
• Change bearings and seals correctly; lubricate with appropriate tools.
• Detect wear, initiate corrective work requests, and perform preventive maintenance before catastrophic failure.

• Understand and troubleshoot electrical circuits and controllers.
• Read P&; distinguish standard sensors and instrumentation.
• Replace failed components and, when instructed, change out more complex parts using VWI’s, Electronic Tech instructions, or OEM documentation.

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