Maintenance Technician

Sazerac Company; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sazerac Company in Lewiston, Maine is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced production environment.

You will handle mechanical and electrical repairs, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize uptime on bottling lines. The role follows a 2-2-3 shift schedule, 5:45pm–6am, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of maintenance or manufacturing experience in a fast-paced environment required.
• Preferred: technical school, apprenticeship, or associate degree.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment including electrical systems and PLCs.
• Forklift or scissor lift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment and bottling lines.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and complete repairs.
• Support continuous improvement, safety, and regulatory initiatives.
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to maximize uptime.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school / apprenticeship / associate degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Industrial controls

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, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, 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

As a Maintenance Technician, you'll troubleshoot equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives that help maximize production uptime. This hands‑on role offers the opportunity to develop technical skills while working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment alongside a collaborative team.

Schedule: 2-2-3 Work Schedule | 5:45pm - 6am

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, bottling lines, facility systems, and grounds to maximize equipment uptime.


• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, complete repairs, and communicate equipment concerns to maintenance leadership.


• Support continuous improvement, safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.


• Collaborate with production and cross‑functional teams to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required

• High school diploma or GED.


• 1+ year of maintenance, manufacturing, or other relevant industrial maintenance experience in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred

• Completion of a technical school program, apprenticeship, or associate degree in a related field.


• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, including electrical systems, PLCs (Allen‑Bradley preferred), industrial controls, or welding.


• Previous experience operating a Forklift or Scissor lift

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.


• Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment, climb ladders and stairs, and safely operate industrial equipment.

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.

The hourly range for this role is$30.14 - $45.22.

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.

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