Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job Details

Job Location
:
Brewery and Pub - Hood River, OR 97031

Position Type
:
Full Time

Salary Range
: $22.00 - $29.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage
:
None

SUMMARY

As a Maintenance Technician you will provide daily support for the manufacturing operations throughout the plant. You are responsible for performing preventative maintenance, basic repairs, and assisting in troubleshooting of brewery equipment and utilities. Progressively you will become proficient in all aspects of brewing, packaging and utility equipment operation and equipment preventative maintenance routines. This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable working in a dynamic, sometimes unstructured start-up environment, who is willing to roll up their sleeves and support all aspects of the business while growing in a technical role within the brewing industry.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Support facilities and equipment maintenance, repair and operations and preventative maintenance program and processes.
• Assess, diagnose, maintain and systemically fix mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, hvac, wastewater, plumbing, utility, tools/stock, installation, electrical controls, motors, medium and high voltage and operator issues.
• Work on projects related to brewing, packaging, and quality processes (milling, conveying, mashing, brewing, cleaning, fermentation, kegging, bottling, labeling, canning, packaging, palletizing, and water/wastewater operations) across the entire lifecycle (install, commission, controls, operation) of the equipment.
• Assist Production Departments in repairing technical problems during operations by identifying, troubleshooting, and repairing issues quickly.
• Provide guidance to operators in production departments regarding best practices, optimal use of equipment, tools and troubleshooting processes for common issues.
• Proactively communicates across teams and shifts to support consistency of the production lines, minimize shift and production variance, pass down status and ensure smooth shift transitions.
• Assist in development and documentation of company-wide maintenance processes, procedural SOPs and supporting policy initiatives to promote continuous improvement and efficiency.
• Work independently with minimal supervision to support production priorities as proficiency has been demonstrated.
• Follow all Full Sail policies, SOPs and safety procedures and policies.

• 2+ years of experience providing maintenance/mechanic support for production facilities, preferably in brewing, other beverage, food, or process manufacturing industries.
• Demonstrated experience and competence across a range of the following areas (related certifications a plus):
• Pump and motor repair, boiler, packaging, maintenance and refrigeration, bottle/can/keg fillers, packers, slitter sealers, palletizing equipment.
• General mechanical knowledge of power transmission (Gearboxes, Pulleys, Conveying systems), Heat Exchangers (Plate & Frame, Tube type), Piping systems.
• Instrumental knowledge of basic Control systems.
• Experience in specific areas of maintenance (Electrical, packaging equipment, welding, HVAC, fabrication, controls, carpentry, etc.).
• Must be a self-starter and a team player with the ability to juggle multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and execute successfully in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements &

Working Conditions:

• Fast paced and constantly changing work environment.
• Subject to extreme temperatures.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs and ladders throughout shift.
• Ability to stand/move for 10-12 hours per day.
• Able to use hand tools and lift 50lbs several times a day.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, safety glasses and safety steel toe boots (as required by company policy).
• Ability to work in tight or enclosed spaces.

• 90% Employer-paid Medical and Dental benefits. Excellent plan offerings.
• 401k with company match.
• Employer paid Accident, Disability and Life Insurance.
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Holidays- currently 7 annual paid holidays.
• Food discounts in the Full Sail Pub for employees and their guests.

• $22.00- $29.00 per hour depending on experience

Hours worked during the following windows will receive premium pay as follows:

• 5:00 p.m.
  
  - 1:00 a.m.: Earn an additional 10% per hour.
• 1:00 a.m.
  
  - 7:00 a.m.: Earn an additional 15% per hour.
• All hours on Saturday and Sunday: Earn an additional 15% per hour.