Maintenance Technician

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is a member of the Maintenance Team and reports to the Facilities Manager.  Hours are typically 1st shift, Monday through Friday, although exact hours may vary.    

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Commitment to company safety program and ensuring company safety standards set by Half Acre and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), as well as established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair brewery production equipment including our KHS filler, Ferrum seamer, M+F keg line, and Braukon brewhouse 
• Support utilities and facilities equipment such as glycol chillers, boilers, HVAC systems, pumps, gearboxes, and kitchen equipment 
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs using our CMMS system to stay ahead of breakdowns 
• Work on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to ensure maximum uptime 
• Work directly with external vendors, contractors, and equipment manufacturers to coordinate service, source parts, and ensure maximum equipment uptime 
• Identify root causes of equipment issues and implement lasting solutions 
• Document work, communicate effectively with staff, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and safety 
• Occasionally support special projects and improvements across the brewery 
• Keeps work area clean and organized
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 21+ years old 
• 3+ years maintenance experience (food/beverage or packaging industry preferred) 
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical and electrical trades 
• Familiarity with pumps, motors, drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, and compressed air systems 
• Computer skills, Microsoft Office suite a plus 
• Ability to read schematics and equipment manuals 
• Ability to work independently while staying connected to the team’s priorities 

BENEFICIAL EXPERIENCE:

• Can seaming and processing experience
• Technical certifications preferred
• Knowledge of Siemens or Allen Bradley PLC
• Rigging knowledge preferred
• Welding and PLC troubleshooting experience
• Fork truck training 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 65 lbs. and maneuver heavy equipment with assistance 
• Comfortable climbing ladders, stairs, and working in hot/cold/wet/loud/indoor/outdoor environments 
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and work under/around conveyors and equipment 
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, the ability to adjust focus and the ability to see color; either with or without accommodation.