Plant Reliability & Utilities Technician

Location: Maryland Heights

A day in the life

When you arrive at 7405 Page Ave, St. Louis, MO for your 10:00 PM start, you step into a multi-craft role where your expertise keeps a complex operation humming. You’ll weld, troubleshoot boilers and HVAC systems, trace electrical distribution issues, and keep controls and mechanical assets reliable across the plant. You’ll also support the storeroom so every part and tool is where it needs to be—ready for the next repair or install.

Your first 2–4 weeks? You’ll train on 1st and split shifts to learn our systems and processes, then move to your regular Monday–Friday 10:00 PM–6:30 AM schedule. This is a direct, full-time hire with pay at $37.41 per hour plus a $0.75 shift differential and bonus, on a bi-weekly pay schedule.

What you’ll tackle

Perform a range of welding tasks for both repair work and new equipment installation.

Support the Storeroom under supervisor direction: receive parts/tools/labels/supplies against purchase orders; maintain inventory records (bin cards, requisitions, employee issue files); generate purchase requisitions for approval; uphold cGMP and ISO recordkeeping; keep the area and equipment clean.

Operate moving equipment with care to protect people, materials, and property.

Follow critical safety procedures at all times, including lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and fall protection.

Remove and transfer accumulated hazardous waste from maintenance areas to the designated storage area as needed for repair activities.

Stock maintenance inventory and production supplies to ensure readiness.

Execute a wide range of construction, repair, and troubleshooting tasks across the facility.

Demonstrate strong safety habits and solid diagnostic skills every shift.

What you bring

Required5+ years of industrial plant maintenance experience in a primary craft or as a multi-crafter.

Associate degree in Industrial Technology or Industrial Maintenance; or, in lieu of the degree, 10 years of relevant experience plus a High School Diploma/GED.Ability to read and understand instructions, safety labels, equipment manuals, and electrical/mechanical schematics.

Solid basic math, writing, and data entry capability.

Demonstrated skill in: industrial electronics, welding, pipe fitting, carpentry, shop machine operation, pump and boiler repair, and HVAC (via education or experience).Ability to perform basic rescue and life-saving duties when serving as the safety backup; company-provided CPR training/certification required and you’re willing and able to complete it.

Preferred Stationary Engineering (Boiler) Certification.

HVAC Certification.

Exceptional troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude with Boilers, HVAC systems, lathes, fabrication, and related equipment.

Experience working cross-functionally with diverse teams.

Background with instrumentation controls.

How you work Reliable communicator who can coordinate with people at all organizational levels.

Thrives with minimal supervision.

Physically able to access all equipment areas, including confined spaces, ceiling-mounted gear, pits, and machinery requiring climbing/crawling with limited access.

Good hand–eye coordination; able to move/carry/lift ~70 lbs; climb to ~30 feet; walk and stand for extended periods; use required PPE.Comfortable using: forklifts, scissor lifts, shop equipment, power tools, multiple welding processes, and hoists; climbs ladders and narrow stairs safely.

Compensation and schedule

Location:

7405 Page Ave, St. Louis, MO

Hours:

Monday–Friday, 10:00 PM–6:30 AM (3rd shift)
Training: 1st & split shift for approximately 2–4 weeks

Pay: $37.41/hour + $0.75 shift differential + bonus (bi-weekly)
Hire type:
Direct, Full Time What STERIS offers

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future. Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

Market Competitive Pay (bi-weekly).Benefits after 45 working days.

Extensive Paid Time Off and added holidays.

Annual raise.

Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits.

Long/Short Term disability coverage.
401(k) with company match.

Maternity & Paternal Leave.

Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance.

Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs.

Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career.

Your toolbox of proficiencies

Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems Commercial Electrical Expertise Electrical TroubleshootingHVAC Troubleshooting Boiler Troubleshooting Welding Setups for Production Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting Electrical Schematic Reading Equipment Installation & Wiring Equipment Repair & Maintenance Machine Safety Inspections
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