Utilities Maintenance Technician

We are currently hiring a Utilities Maintenance Technician at the Samuel Adams Brewery in Breinigsville, PA

This position is responsible for monitoring and maintenance of a 24/7 Brewery Utility System. Requires a high level technical competency with Utility Systems such as boilers, refrigeration, carbon dioxide, compressed air, water conditioning and chemical treatment, waste control and waste recovery. The ideal candidate is a technically capable, hands-on self starter willing to accept "operational responsibility" and available to work night shifts; including weekends.

Night Shift Schedule

Hours: 5:45 PM - 6:00 AM

Rotation: 2-2-3 schedule (two days on, two days off, then three days on; repeating)

Some Perks:

Our people are our most important "ingredient." We hire the best talent; and reward, develop, and retain them. In addition to generous healthcare on day one, stock purchase plan, 401k and more, Full Time Boston Beer Coworkers have the following perks available*:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Fertility/adoption support
• Free financial coaching
• Health & wellness program and discounts
• Professional development & training
• Free beer!

*Talk to your recruiter about eligibility

Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact jobs@bostonbeer.com for assistance.

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Responsible for monitoring, diagnostics repair and maintenance of all brewery utility systems in accordance with manufacturer and company standards, including but not limited to:

• High pressure steam boilers and auxiliary equipment including fuel, water, and steam condensate return system.
• Ammonia / glycol refrigeration systems
• Carbon dioxide bulk unloading, storage, vaporization pressure control, distribution, and recovery systems.
• Waste water control facility including effluent conditioning
• Emergency response to brewery evacuation system and C02 alarms.
• Fire suppression system
• Brewery HVAC including dehumidification equipment
• Air compressors and compressed air distribution system
• Brewery feed water supply, pasteurization, conditioning, and distribution system
• Process motors, pumps, heat exchangers, sanitary sewer and ground water pumps
• Perform high voltage switch gear 69,000 volt switching under direct supervision.
• Work in and promote a team oriented and "Safety First" environment. Observe and practice all Brewery Safety Procedures. Includes wearing proper PPE at all times.
• Accurately document, record, and update utility readings and daily logs

• Fluent in mechanical or electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience in the installation and repair of mechanical equipment required.
• Experience and knowledge in the use of personal/process control computers, programmable logic controllers (PLC), and Networking devices a plus.
• 480v 3 phase knowledge required.
• Experience and or knowledge of VFD's, control systems (PLC's/HMI's), electrical protective devices.
• Basic understanding of statistical process control and problem solving skills required.
• Proven analytical, planning, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage time, be flexible, and shift priorities in a constantly changing, fast-paced work environment..
• Competent in using Microsoft Office, including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint.

Working Conditions

• Operating environment is complex and densely populated with production equipment and forklifts that necessitates high situational awareness
• Subject to loud and constant noise
• Non-environmentally conditioned spaces which may lead to extreme hot and cold

Physical Requirements

• All production roles are required to pass a pre-employment physical exam to comply with their specific role requirement(s). Certain roles may require the use of a respirator and passing the associated fit test
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, sometimes repeatedly
• Regular walking and standing for long periods of time (up to 11 hours a day) on concrete, metal and grated surfaces
• Responsibilities may require crouching, stepping over, crawling under, bending, twisting, climbing and reaching above head and shoulders repeatedly throughout the day
• Responsibilities may require climbing flights of stairs, working from heights, on elevated platforms, or in confined spaces
• Ability to wear assigned PPE (safety shoes, gloves, facemask, hearing protection and hard hat)
• Established dexterity so you can handle materials, operate equipment and interface with computer systems with precision
• Some roles (e.g., forklift operator) may be required to sit for a prolonged period of time and have strong peripheral vision and depth perception