Brewery Maintenance Technician, 2nd Shift

Paycom; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Faraway Company is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join the maintenance team at the Balmoral facility in Chicago. This role primarily supports the main production facility with occasional visits to other locations. Typical 2nd shift hours; training on 1st shift is provided.

You will troubleshoot and repair brewery production equipment and facilities systems, document work in CMMS, and collaborate with external vendors to ensure maximum uptime and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 a plus.
• Ability to read schematics and equipment manuals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair brewery production equipment including KHS can 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 the CMMS system and track assets.
• Work on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to ensure maximum uptime.
• Coordinate with external vendors, contractors, and equipment manufacturers to maximize uptime.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Schematics reading

Job description

The Faraway Company is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join the maintenance team at the Balmoral facility in Chicago. This role primarily supports the main production facility with occasional visits to other locations. Typical 2nd shift hours; training on 1st shift is provided.

You will troubleshoot and repair brewery production equipment and facilities systems, document work in CMMS, and collaborate with external vendors to ensure maximum uptime and safety.