Industrial Utilities Technician

Industrial Utilities TechnicianFarmers 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!Schedule1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-4:30pmActual hours may vary based on production/project needs during the week or weekendAreas of AccountabilityAll areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and TeamworkBoilers, Ammonia, and Wastewater Systems Production Equipment Maintenance & RepairsEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesOperate and perform preventative maintenance, testing, calibration, and repairs on boiler, ammonia, and wastewater systems according to OEM standardsDiagnose and repair problems with pumps, valves, and production/facility piping systemsMonitor systems and record operating conditions and trends; adjust systems as necessaryPerform daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenancePromptly respond to emergency radio calls; work efficiently to repair machinery with minimal downtime; respond to after-hour service calls on a rotating scheduleCompletely repair equipment or ensure proper hand-off before leaving facilityAccurately complete work orders to document materials used and time spent on maintenance projectsSurvey buildings and repair mechanical systems to ensure they are consistent with health and safety standardsMaintain and improve building and groundsAssist in repairing and/or replacing grinders, augers, pumps, motors, and gear boxesCommunicate any accidents, threats, downtime, or cost-saving measures to leadershipCommunicate with Parts & Inventory Clerk on equipment and/or parts procurement, when neededProvide support to other maintenance personnel and complete work outside of scope, as requestedMaintain an organized and clean work environment to ensure safety and product qualityWork safely following all company safety policies, practices, procedures and improvement initiativesMaintain regular and predictable on-site attendanceSituations 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.Qualifications2+ years of experience working with ammonia, wastewater, and/or boiler systems, required; experience in a manufacturing environment, a plusWilling to obtain ammonia and boiler certifications within the first year of employment, if not currently securedAbility to function as both an independent contributor and team member, as necessaryAwareness of the importance of food safety standards while performing equipment maintenanceExperience with skid steers, forklifts, telehandlers, and scissors lifts, preferred; pass in-house certifications upon hireKnowledge of safety procedures such as confined space entry, line opening, fall protection, lockout tagout, and hot workAbility to operate a variety of hand and power toolsEffectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers and follow written and/or verbal instructionsAccurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, operator manuals, service manuals, and wiring schematics associated with themaintenance and/or operation of instruments, equipment, and/or chemical usageProficient in basic math skills, measuring, and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record informationUnderstand and operate basic computer systems; Redzone experience, a plusWillingness and ability to work extra hours during the week or weekend and perform work not specifically stated in job descriptionAbility to perform safety sensitive positionAbility to work in a facility that processes multiple proteins including beef, pork, chicken, turkey, fish, lamb, rabbit, kangaroo, and eggMust be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposesPhysical RequirementsConsistently push and/or pull heavy objectsConsistently bend at the waist and/or knees or crawlConsistently climb stairs; occasionally climb ladders up to 20 feet; occasionally perform work on building roofsOccasionally lift up to 60 pounds from floor to waist level; rarely team lift up to 150 poundsStand up to 100% of the workdayAbility to distinguish colors (ex: wire color codes)Tolerance of varying environmental conditions – heat, cold, and/or wet and slippery conditions