Utility Technician

What are the 3-4 non-negotiable requirements of this position?Education: 1 year of industrial maintenance experience education preferred (I.E. possess industrial maintenance diploma or currently enrolled in technical school) in lieu of experience; Certification and experience as RETA Operator 1 or Certification as RETA Operator 2 and 3 Experience: 3(+) years of industrial ammonia refrigeration experience or equivalent experience requiredJob descriptionWe are offering a sign-on bonus of up to $5000 for all new hires for our Maintenance Roles!Essential Duties and Responsibilities:With minor supervision provide maintenance support to ensure the safe and effective operation of ammonia refrigeration systems, HCFC systems, hot water, compressed air, and steam systems. Must be able to safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment and the ability to effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals. Responsibilities include but are not limited to performing robust preventative maintenance and refrigeration repairs, performing emergency mechanical or electrical repairs, and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, pump, pressure, and hydraulic plant equipment. Understanding boiler theory, RETA Operator I, and IIAR Basic NH3 Refrigeration schematics will be required for this role. Must be able to pass a HAZ-Mat physical and pass the training to be certified as an Emergency Responder Technician Level and participate on the Emergency Response Team. Also responsible for minimizing downtime due to equipment and system failure.Requirements:Education: 1 year of industrial maintenance experience education preferred (I.E. possess industrial maintenance diploma or currently enrolled in technical school) in lieu of experience; Certification and experience as RETA Operator 1 preferred; Certification as RETA Operator 2 and 3 preferredExperience: 3(+) years of industrial ammonia refrigeration experience or equivalent experience requiredComputer Skills: Basic computer skills will be necessary to log information, to process daily work orders and to complete required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively and basic math skills are necessary to perform this job at a satisfactorily levelSpecial Skills:Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. occasionallyAbility to stand on hard surface for up to 12 hours per dayAbility to work in confined and tall spaces, walk, climb, utilize a ladder, operate a lift, bend and stoopRepetitive gripping, pushing and pullingFrequent overhead workTemperatures inside plant may vary from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees; outside work may be also be neededBasic math skills; percentages, fractions and measurementsKnowledge of Industrial Maintenance including Pneumatics, PLC's, Motor controls, and shop equipment operation desiredSchedule: