Utility Maintenance Mechanic - Nights (N2)

Why Byrne

At Byrne, we foster a culture built on teamwork, excellence, and professionalism. Our greatest strength lies in the exceptional talent and dedication of our team members across every part of the organization. We value their contributions and ensure they’re recognized, rewarded, and compensated in ways that reflect their impact and expertise.

Pay and Benefits

• Hourly Range - $31.00- $41.00 per hour
• Competitive bonus programs
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available day 1 of employment
• Supplemental benefits available on day 30 of employment
• Eligible for 401 (k) with a company match available on day 90 of employment
• Educational Support via tuition reimbursement and scholarship program

6750 Benedict Road W East Syracuse, NY 13057

N2 – 6pm-630am.

Job Overview

The Utility Maintenance Mechanic plays a key role in executing assigned maintenance tasks. This includes performing full- breakdowns and rebuilds of facility equipment as well as performing preventative maintenance on all facility equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair facility utility systems including boilers, steam distribution networks, compressed air systems, and water treatment equipment to ensure reliable operation of critical infrastructure supporting dairy production processes.
• Monitor and service refrigeration and ammonia cooling systems, including compressors, evaporators, condensers, and associated piping, ensuring proper temperatures for milk storage, processing, and finished product preservation while following ammonia safety protocols.
• Perform maintenance on electrical distribution systems, lighting, emergency generators, and power transmission equipment, troubleshooting electrical issues and coordinating with electricians for complex repairs to maintain facility power reliability.
• Operate and maintain wastewater treatment systems, including biological treatment processes, clarifiers, and effluent monitoring equipment to ensure compliance with environmental discharge permits and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of HVAC systems, ventilation equipment, and building infrastructure including roofing, plumbing, and structural components to maintain sanitary conditions and regulatory compliance in food processing areas.
• Respond to emergency utility failures and equipment breakdowns on a 24/7 basis, performing immediate repairs and coordinating with external contractors when specialized services are required to restore critical utility services and minimize production impact. 

Min. Qualifications

• GED or High School is preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience within the mechanical field.
• Experience with programmable logic controllers, instruments, and controls.
• Food manufacturing background is a plus.

Byrne

Headquartered in LaFayette, Byrne is a Central New York-based dairy company with a legacy spanning over 90 years. Its operations include an extended shelf-life (ESL) and ultra-high temperature (UHT) pasteurization plant in DeWitt, as well as an ESL manufacturing facility in Cortlandville. Byrne also maintains warehouse facilities in Syracuse and East Syracuse, along with a dedicated ice cream center in Syracuse. As a recognized industry leader, Byrne continues to drive innovation at the forefront of dairy processing and product development