Industrial Utilities Technician

Industrial Utilities Technician

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!

Performance Pet, located in Mitchell, SD, works with brands both large and small to create an assortment of canned dog and cat foods. Learn more about what we do at fuillc.com/performance-pet-products/.

We are currently accepting applications for a Industrial Utilities Technician! We offer an hourly wage of $27-33/Hr. (based on experience) along with a night shift differential and a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more!

Schedule

1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-4:30pm

Actual hours may vary based on production/project needs during the week or weekend

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

Boilers, Ammonia, and Wastewater Systems Production Equipment Maintenance & Repairs

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operate and perform preventative maintenance, testing, calibration, and repairs on boiler, ammonia, and wastewater systems according to OEM standards

Diagnose and repair problems with pumps, valves, and production/facility piping systems

Monitor systems and record operating conditions and trends; adjust systems as necessary

Perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance

Promptly respond to emergency radio calls; work efficiently to repair machinery with minimal downtime; respond to after-hour service calls on a rotating schedule

Completely repair equipment or ensure proper hand-off before leaving facility

Accurately complete work orders to document materials used and time spent on maintenance projects

Survey buildings and repair mechanical systems to ensure they are consistent with health and safety standards

Maintain and improve building and grounds

Assist in repairing and/or replacing grinders, augers, pumps, motors, and gear boxes

Communicate any accidents, threats, downtime, or cost-saving measures to leadership

Communicate with Parts & Inventory Clerk on equipment and/or parts procurement, when needed

Provide support to other maintenance personnel and complete work outside of scope, as requested

Maintain an organized and clean work environment to ensure safety and product quality

Work safely following all company safety policies, practices, procedures and improvement initiatives

Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience working with ammonia, wastewater, and/or boiler systems, required; experience in a manufacturing environment, a plus

Willing to obtain ammonia and boiler certifications within the first year of employment, if not currently secured

Ability to function as both an independent contributor and team member, as necessary

Awareness of the importance of food safety standards while performing equipment maintenance

Experience with skid steers, forklifts, telehandlers, and scissors lifts, preferred; pass in-house certifications upon hire

Knowledge of safety procedures such as confined space entry, line opening, fall protection, lockout tagout, and hot work

Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools

Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers and follow written and/or verbal instructions

Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, operator manuals, service manuals, and wiring schematics associated with the

maintenance and/or operation of instruments, equipment, and/or chemical usage

Proficient in basic math skills, measuring, and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record information

Understand and operate basic computer systems; Redzone experience, a plus

Willingness and ability to work extra hours during the week or weekend and perform work not specifically stated in job description

Ability to perform safety sensitive position

Ability to work in a facility that processes multiple proteins including beef, pork, chicken, turkey, fish, lamb, rabbit, kangaroo, and egg

Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes

Physical Requirements

Consistently push and/or pull heavy objects

Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees or crawl

Consistently climb stairs; occasionally climb ladders up to 20 feet; occasionally perform work on building roofs

Occasionally lift up to 60 pounds from floor to waist level; rarely team lift up to 150 pounds

Stand up to 100% of the workday

Ability to distinguish colors (ex: wire color codes)

Tolerance of varying environmental conditions – heat, cold, and/or wet and slippery conditions