Energy Systems Technician at Mt Vernon, MO

Energy Systems Job Description

The Energy Systems Technician performs all maintenance work as assigned by the Maintenance Planner and/or the Maintenance Lead or Advisor according to the specifications as outlined in applicable Visual Work Instruction and proactive maintenance techniques. Additionally, the Energy Systems Technician is responsible for responding to calls when needed for Plant Energy Systems. The Technician performs each assignment using the appropriate replacement parts and coordinates the schedule for the work with the Maintenance Team Leader and production leadership as needed. The Technician performs work to maximize process reliability and minimize negative impacts on production schedules.

Technician Levels & Electives: 

Level 1 – Intermediate technician requiring abilities to safely perform basic maintenance activities and general machine operations as directed or assigned.  May be required to train operators in areas of expertise or in general equipment care and operation of equipment.

Level 2 – Experienced technician with abilities to independently perform, document, and train others in areas of expertise on maintenance activities as assigned.  Can apply learned skills and utilize tools to improve equipment reliability.

Level 3 – Advanced technician requiring abilities to perform complex maintenance activities, which includes problem solving, critical thinking, and demonstration of abilities to improve processes and equipment reliability.  Understands materials and maintenance activities well enough to train others, to develop and facilitate training to peers or lower level mechanics, and to improve processes.  Process improvement may include developing people, developing maintenance activities, developing work instructions, drawings, diagrams, or more complex parts.

Electives – Electives are specialty areas that a partner may develop advanced skills.  Electives may be requested or required based on the skills and interests of the mechanic in areas that fulfill company needs or requirements.  Partners proficient in certain electives may be asked to train others in those areas, and will be assigned work requiring the elective skill set.  Most positions require general proficiency at level 1 for elective areas.

Frequency

1     Perform all process CP, CCP, QP, and CQP checks required for the position.                                                              Daily                       100%

Follow reaction plans for Food Safety, Food Quality and customer requirement deviations. 

Be able to identify and understand customer requirements and assist in assuring proper production operation. 

 

2     Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices and good housekeeping guidelines.                                                          Daily                       100%

Must follow safety guidelines, wear designated Personal Protective Equipment,

conform to regulatory requirements and assure Food Safety measures are followed.

3     The Technician performs maintenance work within the allocation of time needed to complete.                                    Daily                       100%

All work performed and parts used will be documented in the CMMS

4     Modifies, fabricates and upgrades to production equipment following process change procedure if applicable.           Daily                       25%

Performs identified corrective work as assigned.

5     Implements and completes preventive maintenance tasks.  Uses preventive and predictive                                         Daily                       60%

maintenance techniques and tools to generate corrective work requests and improve equipment reliability. 

Predictive tool and technique examples include but are not limited to: 

Ultrasonic, Infrared, oil analysis, various vibration analysis tools, and laser alignment tools

6     Conducts troubleshooting and repair activities.                                                                                                               Daily                       <15%

7     Identifies parts, supplies, and tools needed for follow up corrective work or as needed.                                                Daily                       <5%

8     Tracks and reports pertinent performance metric information to assist in creating                                                         Daily                         5%

action plans and improvement ideas based on the tracking data.

9     Continues training as directed for certification levels and to stay current in maintenance techniques.                           Weekly                     5%

10   Software applications Visual Work Instruction, eAM, MS Office Products      

At Level 3 :

Uses systems like eAM CMMS and VWI's proficiently and provides input to improve.

At Level 2 :

Assigns functions in eAM and performs work in compliance with VWI's, CMMS

At Level 1 :

Perform various routine functions in eAM like work requests, work orders, assign materials to work order, as documented in VWI's, CMMS.

11   Fasteners, Tools

At Level 3 :

Use variety of specialty tools like the pipe bender, mill, lathe, press, etc.

At Level 2 :

Use variety of power tools, tap and die, volt/multi-meter, soldering iron, bearing heater, laser alignment tool, infrared, ultrasonic, Megger.

At Level 1 :

Identifies tools by name, differentiate metric and standard, threads, etc. and assembles fasteners.

12   Pneumatics and Hydraulics

At Level 3 :

Reads and writes pneumatic and hydraulic schematics.

At Level 2 :

Repair and trouble shoot basic systems.

At Level 1 :

Understands Pneumatics and Hydraulics

13   Lubrication Bearings and Seals

At Level 3 :

Performs ultrasonic analysis on bearings. Calculates appropriate lubrication volumes for bearings.

At Level 2 :

Change out bearings and seals.

At Level 1 :

Uses food grade and nonfood grade oils and greases.  Changes sealed & non sealed bearings.       .

14   Drives and Transmissions

At Level 3 :

Troubleshoot and replace servo motors and drives.

At Level 2 :

Troubleshoot and repair motors and transmissions.  Uses laser alignment tools.

At Level 1 :

Identify wear such as decreased efficiency, increased temperature, change in operational sound, etc.  

15   Troubleshooting

At Level 3 :

Complex trouble shooting; low voltage electrical, general mechanical, PLC's, servo, sensors, general instrumentation and other electrical or mechanical devices found in the facility.  

At Level 2 :

Demonstrate and use trouble various shooting tools and meters.

At Level 1 :

Differentiate electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc. symbols and schematics.

16   Use of Prints to find parts or Data Specifications

At Level 3 :

Modifying Schematics or blueprints using various methods such as hard copy sketches, CAD, AutoCAD, etc.

At Level 2 :

Troubleshoot using Manufacturers manuals, schematics or blueprints.

At Level 1 :

Use Manufacturers manuals, eAM parts look-up, and prints to find parts and data specifications.

17   Use of Prints to find parts or Data Specifications

At Level 3 :

Installation or change of parts such as VFD's, motor controllers, or instrumentation independently.

At Level 2 :

Troubleshoot routine electrical and controller problems using P&ID schematics.

At Level 1 :

Change simple instrumentation parts, such as photo eyes or quick disconnect sensors independently.

18   Air compressors and dryers, Boilers

At Level 3 :

Operate, diagnose failures perform level 1 and 2 PM/PdM and corrective maintenance to improve reliability. Ammonia Operator 1 Cert, Ammonia Tech 1 cert, Boiler Tech 1 cert, etc.

At Level 2 :

Identify and correct mechanical wear. Identify root cause for failure and improve PM/PdM reliability.

At Level 1 :

Change filters, cooling fluids, basic trouble shooting/repairs and operation.

19   Hot and cold water systems

At Level 3 :

Certification 3

At Level 2 :

Certification 2

At Level 1 :

Basic understanding of system from a purpose and functionality standpoint.

20   Operation of engine room systems

At Level 3 :

Certification 3

At Level 2 :

Certification 2

At Level 1 :

Basic understanding of system from a purpose and functionality standpoint.

21   Air handlers  

At Level 3 :

Certification 3

At Level 2 :

Certification 2

At Level 1 :

Basic understanding of system from a purpose and functionality standpoint.

22   Ammonia systems  

At Level 3 :

GCAP Ammonia Operator 2

At Level 2 :

Certification 2, Operator 1 and PSM knowledge

At Level 1 :

Basic understanding of system from a purpose and functionality standpoint.

23   HAZWOPER

At Level 3 :

Lead meetings

At Level 2 :

HAZWOPER team member.

At Level 1 :

Understandings of HAZWOPER team, processes and personnel critical to HAZWOPER.  Membership in the team is the goal.

24   Engineer, design, and build various parts for equipment

At Level 3 :

Repair and develop complex parts such as guards and shields.

At Level 2 :

HAZWOPER team member.

At Level 1 :

Can identify various tools: bender, grinder, etc.

25   Welding (L 2-3 Elective)

At Level 3 :

Demonstrate ability to arc weld, MIG and TIG weld

At Level 2 :

Demonstrate ability to arc weld, MIG and TIG weld.

At Level 1 :

Perform basic welding and can identify welding equipment and supplies.

26   Precision Measurement and Machining  (Level 2-3 Elective)

At Level 3 :

Machine parts when assigned or required to tolerances

At Level 2 :

Use precision tools, proper setup of lathe and mill.

At Level 1 :

Use calipers, micrometer, tape measure, proper cutting tools and bits, etc.

27   Electrical, Controllers and Instruments  (Level 2-3 Elective)

At Level 3 :

Specification of parts such as VFD's, motor controllers, or instrumentation independently

At Level 2 :

Troubleshoot routine electrical and controller problems using P&ID schematics. 

At Level 1 :

Change simple instrumentation parts, such as photo eyes or quick disconnect sensors independently.

28   Gas Storage Tanks

At Level 3 /2/ 1

Basic understanding and knowledge of receipt of gas deliveries 

29   Gas Storage Tanks

At Level 3 /2/ 1

Has general knowledge of main electrical feeds and can use the one line drawing to isolate or locate major electrical components or panels.

Has general knowledge of main water supply feeds, backflow preventers, main water shut off, and branch isolation valves.

30   Plant Fire Suppression and Alarm Systems

At Level 3 /2/ 1

Has general knowledge of plant fire system and area zones, system triggers, and most common faults. 

Can locate and read trouble codes on panels.  Can communicate codes effectively and provide basic reset commands via telephone if needed or assigned.

31   Responsible for logging all work into the Work Order system with amount of time spent and specific location accurately documented. Work Orders should account for 70-80% of a Energy Systems Technician's work day.

Non-Essential Functions:  (Occasional duties not included above).                                                                                                

Frequency       

Uses and applies Oracle eAM, and generates reports that can be used in budget planning, work planning, and other similar functions

% Time Annually

Weekly

<10%

Educational/Experience/Skills Required:  (Minimum Level)

EDUCATION:                                                                                             FIELD:

 

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Associate Degree                                                                                       Maintenance or computer related.

Technical School                                                                                         Maintenance or computer related.

Certificate/License                                                                                       Maintenance related (military experience qualifies)

 

 

College

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

 

EXPERIENCE:

Type:

This position will require maintenance knowledge and or experience.  Experienced plant operators with exposure to maintenance can be considered.

Number of Years:

3 years minimum in an operator position for level 1.  (Will consider previous non-SFI experience as well).

SKILLS:  (Describe any special skill and/or requirements applicable to this position).

• Must be able to perform at the described skill level in order to attain and retain the level certification.  Continued learning to achieve certification or required skills and abilities as dictated by company needs required to attain and retain level certification.
• The ability to communicate with leadership, vendors, contractors, other maintenance partners, line operators via phone, fax, email, text, and person-to-person
• This position is scheduled 12 hour shifts.  Overtime can be expected if the workload requires it.  Overtime can be expected when other Maintenance partners are away from work. Scheduling will be performed in accordance to plant scheduling policy.
• The position will require continuous advancement of technical knowledge and skills.  Applicants must demonstrate success in training courses, and will be expected to actively participate in assigned or elected training courses to refresh fundamental skills and match technology needs within the company.
• The position will require the ability to multi-task and the ability to shift priorities quickly.
• Testing Required - Applicants must pass the company's testing requirement for maintenance positions and local plant tests for maintenance jobs
• Applicants must also meet all other Schreiber bid qualifications.

-Must have less than an absenteeism rate of 3.01% on the day the job bid posting closes

-Must not be under any bidding restrictions due to disciplinary action

-Must have a current performance assessment of successful or higher

- Must complete the minimum requirements of the testing required

-Please submit a resume or job work sheet and copies of any maintenance or electronic certifications with the bid sheet

PHYSICAL DEMANDS ANALYSIS:  (Describe essential physical abilities that apply to primary functions of this position.                                 Allocation Amount of Time Daily

 Frequently:

§ Stand                   

§ Walk                        

§ Sit

§ Bend       

§ Squat

§ Kneel

Occasionally

§ Climb Ladder

§ Working at elevated levels including scissor lift and sky jack

§ Work Overhead

§ Forklift Use

§ Lift/Carry up to 50 pounds

 

 

 

 

 
 
 

 

     

 

Associate Degree

 

Maintenance or computer related.

 

Technical School

 

Maintenance or computer related.

 

Certificate/License

 

Maintenance related (military experience qualifies).