Maintenance Technician

Sazerac; Lancaster (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sazerac is hiring a Maintenance Technician to join our distillery site team. You will perform routine and corrective maintenance on production equipment, facilities, and grounds to maximize uptime and safety.

This hands-on role requires strong problem-solving and collaborative skills with cross-functional teams. The position emphasizes preventative maintenance, adherence to safety procedures, and contributing to project work while supporting continuous improvement across the site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, facilities maintenance, or related environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment, facility systems, and site grounds.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and work to minimize downtime and maintain reliable operations.
• Support facility improvement projects, equipment installations, and general maintenance activities.
• Communicate equipment concerns and maintenance needs to supervisors and cross-functional teams.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Job Description/Responsibilities

Join a growing distillery operation where you'll play a hands-on role in keeping equipment, facilities, and grounds running safely and efficiently. As a Maintenance Technician, you'll support daily maintenance activities, troubleshoot issues, and help maximize equipment uptime across the site. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of systems while contributing to continuous improvement and operational success.

What You'll Do

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment, facility systems, and site grounds.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and work to minimize downtime and maintain reliable operations.
• Support facility improvement projects, equipment installations, and general maintenance activities.
• Communicate equipment concerns and maintenance needs to supervisors and cross-functional teams.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, facilities maintenance, or related environment.

Preferred

• Experience maintaining production, processing, or manufacturing equipment.
• Experience in a food and beverage, distillery, or other industrial manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and work around industrial equipment for extended periods.

Culture and Benefits

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here.

Final compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal pay equity considerations.

Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.