Utilities Technician Rotating Weekends; Flex to Night Shift

Utilities Technician 1

Webster, New York, United States

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Shift Schedule:

12 Hour Days: This is a Day shift position, with hours from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The role follows a rotating 2-2-3 schedule: two days on, two days off, three days on, followed by two days off, two days on, and three days off. Team members will work every other weekend, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. This is a flex position that is primarily assigned to days but may occasionally be required to work 12-hour night shifts (6:00 PM to 6:00 AM) to provide coverage for vacations, leaves, training, or other operational needs.

Job Purpose:

The Utility Technician/SME (Subject Matter Expert) is a crucial role within the Maintenance Department that will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation across all Utility Equipment in the support of the Webster facility. This includes, but is not limited to, High Pressure Boilers and Steam Systems, Refrigeration and Chilled water systems, HVAC, Domestic and Process water systems, High and Low pressure Compressed Air systems, Electrical systems, Fire Suppression systems and related equipment, Safety Systems, and the Facility in general.

The Utility Technician SME will assist the Utilities Manager with providing technical solutions and expertise to Operations and Maintenance. The SME, in addition to daily operations, will help plan and participate in:
Continuous Improvement, Shutdowns and Inspections, Environmental Compliance, Overhaul Maintenance, Design Changes, Capital Projects, Safety Procedures, and Performance Standard creation.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine system equipment inspections and maintenance, including documentation of operational data, checking and adjusting of operational controls on equipment as necessary.
• Oversee the proper operation of the Domestic and Process water systems, Boilers and Steam distribution system, Air Compressed and distribution systems, Refrigeration and Chilled water system, ensuring adherence to the proper procedures & guidelines.
• Assist in the development of a World Class Utilities Maintenance program, PSM development and Job Planning.
• Assist with repairs and spare parts inventory as needed
• Conduct sampling and testing of Boiler feedwater and chilled water systems, chemical treatment systems, and compressed air systems. This may include the unloading of bulk lubricants or chemicals if necessary.
• Conduct testing and inspections of fire suppression equipment
• Conduct inspections and maintenance of plant safety eyewash/shower equipment.
• Conduct sampling and reporting as required for Environmental Compliance.
• Provide and direct operating support for equipment shutdowns and startups including the securing of equipment using standard LO/TO procedures
• Assist and provide oversight to the Utilities Operator and Facilities Technician when necessary.
• Maintaining equipment and utility spaces to a high level of cleanliness, organization and operable condition.
• Assist with the development of standard operating procedures.

Skills/Qualifications Required:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience with High pressure steam boilers, chillers, cooling towers, compressed air, water filtration and supply systems.
• Must possess a minimum of 2nd Class Stationary Engineers License and R-2 Refrigeration License in Good Standing.
• Prior experience with Building Management Systems and Remote Monitoring
• Exhibits a strong mechanical aptitude, proficient in troubleshooting technical issues.
• Ability to read,…