Draft Beer Technician

Stone Brewing; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company in the craft beer revolution as a Draft Beer Technician. In this role, you'll be responsible for the installation and maintenance of draft beer systems across various on-premise accounts. Your expertise will ensure that our beer flows perfectly and that our clients are equipped to support our exceptional portfolio. With a focus on building relationships and enhancing visibility, you'll play a crucial role in our growth. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your technical skills and customer service abilities will shine, making a significant impact on our brand's success in the market.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401K

Car allowance

Mileage reimbursement

Company beer perks

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

12 paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in the beverage industry preferred.
• Technical or draft line experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain draft beer systems at on-premise accounts.
• Troubleshoot and repair draft system issues as needed.

Skills

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Description

Sapporo brewed the first beer of Japan in 1876. It’s now the number one selling Asian beer brand in the U.S. thanks to its best-selling Sapporo Premium. Sapporo acquired Stone Brewing in 2022 to brew all of Sapporo’s beer for the U.S. market. Stone Brewing, established in 1996, pioneered the West Coast Style IPA helping to fuel the modern craft beer revolution. Now one company, Sapporo-Stone Brewing is among the 15 largest breweries in the U.S. and operates production facilities in Escondido, CA and Richmond, VA plus seven Stone Brewing taproom and bistro locations. We’ve enjoyed a rich history following our passion and are in search of people who take great pride in building our legacy for the future.

Summary

The Draft Beer Technician is responsible for draft line installation and ongoing maintenance for Sapporo-Stone on-premise accounts. This role will also maintain and organize Sapporo-Stone accounts on their route while building relationships to increase visibility of our beer portfolio and ensure that tools are available for retailers to support our growth and quality of beer.

Responsibilities

• Support the on-premise Asian Market by visiting an average of 8-10 restaurants every day to provide draft beer system service.
• Perform regular maintenance on draft systems, including cleaning beer lines, replacing worn parts, and calibrating systems for proper beer flow.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair any issues with draft systems, including CO2 leaks, system malfunctions, or inconsistent pours.
• Setup new draft systems including installation of lines, faucets, regulators, and CO2 tanks, and calibrate to ensure temperature and carbonation levels are properly set.
• Service and repair draft systems according to company policies, procedures, and standards while maintaining proper documentation.
• Manage calendar to ensure proper tracking of account service and draft line maintenance.
• Seek point-of-sale (POS) and sales opportunities through on-premise accounts to support our brands.
• Collaborate with internal Sales team, providing support and coverage for one another when needed.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience within the beverage industry preferred
• High School Diploma required, Associate Degree preferred
• Technical or draft line experience preferred
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and written
• Ability to communicate in spoken and written Japanese is a plus
• Ability to work Saturdays and/or Sundays on as needed basis
• Frequent driving to Sapporo-Stone accounts in assigned area
• Required to use personal vehicle for work-related activities, such as commuting to work locations, restaurant locations, and transporting tools/beer
• Must have a clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), a valid Driver’s License and a reliable vehicle

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

• Pay Range: $19.00/hr. - $20.00/hr.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, and 401K
• Car allowance and mileage reimbursement program
• Company beer perks program and discounts
• Paid Time Off – including Vacation accrual, Sick Leave, and 12 paid Holidays
• Benefit programs supporting Financial Wellness, Health & Wellness and Career Development