B&P Utility Worker

The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®.  ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW

The Utilities Operator is responsible for the proper performance and good housekeeping requirements for refinary Boilers, Turbines, Air Compressors, Water Plant, Lime Plant, Injection Water Pumps, and associated materials and equipment. 

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs start-ups, shutdowns, operates and monitors the operation of Boilers, Turbines, Air Compressors, Water Plant, Lime Plant, Injection Water Pumps, and associated equipment.
• Performs chemical testing for Boilers, Turbines, Water Plant and Lime Plant and makes the necessary chemical injection adjustments.
• Performs routine/preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on the Boilers, Turbines, Water Plant and Lime Plant and associated equipment.
• Prepares chemicals for use in all water treatment and maintains inventory of all chemicals for use in water treatment.  Requests chemicals as needed.
• Performs all material handling including forklift operation and accepts new shipments of chemicals, unloads and places in position as necessary.
• Enters daily information in the logbook and completes required reports.
• Involved in major/minor overhauls of equipment on the Boilers, Turbines, Water Plant and Lime Plant equipment.
• Writes work orders for repairs required for his/her equipment and coordinates with maintenance personnel with minor maintenance tasks.
• Responsible for maintaining sanitation levels as required.

WORK EXPERIENCES

• Two years of industrial experience working with high-pressure steam turbines or industrial boilers or Class II Engineers license for steam turbines or Boilers. 

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

•  High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Class I license from state of Louisiana on water treatment strongly preferred.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Must have mechanical aptitude and ability to use tools required to perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting. 
• Must have the ability to perform tests, comprehend instrumentation, take corrective action, and maintain records.

HOURLY RATE:

• Starting Rate: $41.78.
• Paid sick days and vacation after 90 day probation period.

LOCATION OF ROLE

• Chalmette, Louisiana

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.