Shift: 2nd shift 6pm to 6am 3/2/2

Pay Rate: $30.75 to $ 43.25/hour, based on experience

All team members must abide by all of Burke's Plant Safety Rules!

Relocation assistance available. (Must live 50+ miles from Nevada)

$500 sign-on bonus and $500 bonus after 60 days of employment!

The primary role of the Utilities Technician is to continuously improve the reliability, efficiency, and utilization of plant utility systems and equipment. This is accomplished by utilizing mechanical and electrical expertise in the operation and precise installation, maintenance, and repair of plant utility systems and equipment followed by concise and accurate documentation of all activities and observations. Knows and follows HACCP program and principles, USDA guidelines, and Good Manufacturing Practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Utilities Technician works closely with all plant personnel to support improved utility system and equipment reliability as well as efficient and cost-effective use of plant resources.

Apply maintenance skills and knowledge to install, operate, maintain, and repair plant utility systems and equipment.
Monitor and record system performance and make adjustments to assure the safe and efficient operation of plant utility systems and equipment.
Initiate and perform condition monitoring tasks including preventive and predictive maintenance.
Troubleshoot equipment failures to ascertain possible failure modes and participate with operations, plant engineering, suppliers, and other associates to improve equipment reliability.
Utilize the Company’s Maintenance Management System and supports its use as a key management information tool.
Provide direction and training for less skilled maintenance personnel and machine operators.
Will be required to work with and develop equipment and ideas deemed to be confidential information and/or trade secrets owned by the company. This person will be required to protect the company's rights in and ownership of those trade secrets and confidential information
Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess or be able to obtain Ammonia Level 1 Certification
- Certification requires passing the exam with a minimum score of 70%
- Candidates are required to pass on the first attempt or successfully retake it to achieve the passing score of 70%
Must be able to read and understand Ammonia Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
HAZMAT certification is required.
Must successfully complete and maintain a respirator fit test.
·Must have a working knowledge of ammonia flow processes.
·Experience with ammonia control stations and system operations is required
A solid background in mechanical and electrical systems as well as specific training in ammonia refrigeration and industrial boiler and HVAC operation is critical.
This position requires excellent technical writing and verbal communications skills and the ability to read and work from Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) technical manuals.
The incumbent must have the ability to learn and effectively use various software programs including the Company’s Maintenance Management System and various building management systems
Must have a valid’s driver’s license

BENEFITS

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
401K
Flexible Spending Account
Profit-sharing
Short and Long Term Disability
Educational Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays and PTO
Fitness Center
Product Discounts

Burke Corporation is a leader in the production of pizza toppings and other fully cooked meats. Located in Nevada, Iowa, Burke is a focused team of professionals that combines technical expertise, industry knowledge, flexibility and integrity. Our spirit of continuous improvement creates win/win relationships and a shared sense of confidence in quality and safety.

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.