USD $29.00/Hr.
American Foods Group, Wright City, MO, United States
Job Summary
The Mechanical Engineering Utility Technician is responsible for safely operating, monitoring, adjusting, and maintaining a variety of utility systems, including high‑pressure steam boilers, ammonia refrigeration, well water, potable water, hot water, fire suppression, pneumatic, and HVAC equipment. This role requires hands‑on experience with diverse mechanical and electrical systems, and the ability to perform routine and emergency repairs, preventative maintenance, and system inspections. The operator must be proactive, self‑directed, and able to work effectively with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Ensure all assigned daily preventive maintenance tasks are completed.
Assemble or disassemble complex mechanical, electrical, and utility equipment, components, and systems.
Monitor, inspect, and test the functionality and quality of mechanical, electrical, and utility equipment, components, and systems.
Record test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test methods.
Analyze test results related to design or rated specifications and make modifications as necessary.
Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings to determine test specifications and procedures.
Assist engineers to design, develop, test, or manufacture industrial machinery, consumer products, or other equipment.
Provide technical support to other employees regarding mechanical design, fabrication, testing, or documentation.
Read dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output and input at specific operating temperatures to analyze part performance.
Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
Test machines, components, materials, or products to determine characteristics such as performance, strength, or response to stress.
Use tools ranging from precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices to common hand tools.
Prepare equipment inspection schedules, reliability schedules, work plans, or other records.
Listen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discuss machine operation variations with supervisors or other personnel to diagnose problems or repair machine.
Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts.
Calculate required capacities for equipment in proposed systems to obtain specified performance and submit data to engineering personnel for approval.
NOTE: This description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
Must be 18 years of age or older.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Educational requirement of 2 years of coursework in an applicable field, practical and theoretical knowledge working directly with a degree‑holding supervisor.
Six‑month proven experience with ammonia refrigeration or high‑pressure steam systems.
General mechanical or electrical maintenance experience.
Read, write, and orally communicate in English, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
Preferred Qualifications
Ammonia refrigeration or steam system certifications or licenses (OP 1, Op 2 CIRO, PSM).
Familiarity with PSM / RMP standards.
One‑year proven experience in an industrial ammonia refrigeration or high‑pressure steam environment.
One‑year proven experience in general or advanced maintenance.
Familiarity with water treatment systems, steam auxiliary equipment, air compressors, air conveyance equipment, pumps, fire suppression, HVAC systems.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability and willingness to learn and advance in an industrial ammonia refrigeration environment.
Ability and willingness to learn and advance in an industrial high‑pressure steam environment.
Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills for mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Ability to perform preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance and repairs.
Proficiency in communicating and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.
Competency in taking and logging system readings to ensure proper functionality.
Self‑directed with a strong ability to work independently.
Detail‑oriented with a commitment to maintaining safety and compliance standards.
Proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, or sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. We participate in the E‑Verify program in certain locations as required by law.
What We Offer
Competitive total compensation package for you and your family.
Excellent benefit plan. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401(k), Long & Short Term Disability, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more!
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The Mechanical Engineering Utility Technician is responsible for safely operating, monitoring, adjusting, and maintaining a variety of utility systems, including high‑pressure steam boilers, ammonia refrigeration, well water, potable water, hot water, fire suppression, pneumatic, and HVAC equipment. This role requires hands‑on experience with diverse mechanical and electrical systems, and the ability to perform routine and emergency repairs, preventative maintenance, and system inspections. The operator must be proactive, self‑directed, and able to work effectively with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Ensure all assigned daily preventive maintenance tasks are completed.
Assemble or disassemble complex mechanical, electrical, and utility equipment, components, and systems.
Monitor, inspect, and test the functionality and quality of mechanical, electrical, and utility equipment, components, and systems.
Record test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test methods.
Analyze test results related to design or rated specifications and make modifications as necessary.
Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings to determine test specifications and procedures.
Assist engineers to design, develop, test, or manufacture industrial machinery, consumer products, or other equipment.
Provide technical support to other employees regarding mechanical design, fabrication, testing, or documentation.
Read dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output and input at specific operating temperatures to analyze part performance.
Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
Test machines, components, materials, or products to determine characteristics such as performance, strength, or response to stress.
Use tools ranging from precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices to common hand tools.
Prepare equipment inspection schedules, reliability schedules, work plans, or other records.
Listen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discuss machine operation variations with supervisors or other personnel to diagnose problems or repair machine.
Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts.
Calculate required capacities for equipment in proposed systems to obtain specified performance and submit data to engineering personnel for approval.
NOTE: This description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
Must be 18 years of age or older.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Educational requirement of 2 years of coursework in an applicable field, practical and theoretical knowledge working directly with a degree‑holding supervisor.
Six‑month proven experience with ammonia refrigeration or high‑pressure steam systems.
General mechanical or electrical maintenance experience.
Read, write, and orally communicate in English, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
Preferred Qualifications
Ammonia refrigeration or steam system certifications or licenses (OP 1, Op 2 CIRO, PSM).
Familiarity with PSM / RMP standards.
One‑year proven experience in an industrial ammonia refrigeration or high‑pressure steam environment.
One‑year proven experience in general or advanced maintenance.
Familiarity with water treatment systems, steam auxiliary equipment, air compressors, air conveyance equipment, pumps, fire suppression, HVAC systems.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability and willingness to learn and advance in an industrial ammonia refrigeration environment.
Ability and willingness to learn and advance in an industrial high‑pressure steam environment.
Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills for mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Ability to perform preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance and repairs.
Proficiency in communicating and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.
Competency in taking and logging system readings to ensure proper functionality.
Self‑directed with a strong ability to work independently.
Detail‑oriented with a commitment to maintaining safety and compliance standards.
Proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, or sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. We participate in the E‑Verify program in certain locations as required by law.
What We Offer
Competitive total compensation package for you and your family.
Excellent benefit plan. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401(k), Long & Short Term Disability, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more!
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