PLANT UTILITIES TECH 2

Current Openings; Mills River (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Onsite clinic

Mental health benefits

Paid sick leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is seeking a Plant Utilities Technician 2 to support the operation and upkeep of essential brewery utilities onsite, including the wastewater treatment plant, chemical systems, and CIP processes.

The role requires basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to perform daily analyses, maintain equipment, and assist with maintenance tasks. You’ll collaborate with Maintenance/Engineering to ensure safe, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, brewing/food science or related field.
• 3 years experience in wastewater treatment or related field.
• Mechanical aptitude with maintenance tasks.
• Knowledge of laboratory analysis and water chemistry.
• Proficient with MS Office365.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with hand tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Capability to perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Basic understanding of pumps, motors and valves.
• Internal certification to operate heavy equipment within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support the wastewater treatment plant and laboratory analyses.
• Perform daily analyses of brewery water systems and monitor CIP/SIP processes.
• Maintain chemical inventory and ensure safe handling.
• Assist with mechanical maintenance and minor repairs.
• Record maintenance activities in the CMMS and escalate issues when needed.

Skills

Wastewater treatment experience

Lab analysis knowledge

MS Office365

Independent work

Mechanical aptitude

Basic understanding of pumps & valves

Minor repairs

Hand tools

Heavy equipment certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/biology/brewing/food science

Tools

None

Job description

Get to Know Us

Ken Grossman started Sierra Nevada in 1980 with a hand-built brewhouse and the odds stacked against him. That passion forever changed the course of American craft brewing and launched a beer revolution that’s in full force today. Turns out, good beer can do a lot of good, and Sierra Nevada became a cornerstone for both its innovation and its care for the Earth and its people. We’re committed to advancing a culture of inclusion and believe diversity in all its forms makes us stronger. We keep pushing boundaries, whether that’s in the brewhouse, with sustainability, or in the great outdoors.

Get to Know This Role

The Plant Utilities Technician 2 role is critical to ensuring upkeep of the essential utilities onsite. This support department is tasked with multiple responsibilities throughout the brewery, therefore providing a unique opportunity to become well-versed in many areas. The Plant Utilities Technician will assist with operation of the wastewater treatment plant, perform daily chemical analyses on brewery water and chemical systems, audit brewery CIP’s, monitor carbon dioxide system, and maintain all aspects of chemical usage on site. This role also requires basic mechanical aptitude to support minor maintenance tasks and ensure operational reliability of utility systems

What’s In It For You

We’re committed to our employees and work hard to prove it. For starters, we’re offering $21.09 to $32.58 hourly compensation for this role. Individual offers are based on skills, experience, and qualifications, and geographical location. But base pay is just the beginning. We support your future by offering a generous 10% company match on 401(k) contributions, providing learning and development opportunities, and fostering your safety at work with ongoing trainings, state-of-the‑art equipment, and preventative care. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, an onsite medical clinic, as well as mental health and well‑being benefits including paid sick leave. We foster a culture of work‑life balance and always encourage employees to use and enjoy their generous paid time off.

What You Will Do

• Assists with the daily operation of our wastewater treatment plant in accordance with our sewer permit. Conducts daily laboratory analyses on pre and post process waters, data analysis, biogas monitoring, and reports data in timely fashion.


• Performs daily analyses of brewery water systems including but not limited to deaerated water, dechlorinated water, chlorine dioxide-treated water, cooling towers, and plant boilers


• Audits brewery CIP/SIP (Clean/Sanitize in Place) processes to ensure efficacy while seeking opportunities for improvements and water savings; conducts daily testing on caustic and acid tanks to ensure optimal chemical concentrations


• Maintains chemical inventory throughout the brewery; receives bulk deliveries, re‑orders, stocks, and handles chemicals and test kits in accordance with local and federal regulations


• Inspects, tests, diagnoses, and repairs equipment and instrumentation; responds to urgent needs across brewery as needed


• Reports out-of-specification results and/or malfunctioning equipment with appropriate urgency; writes work order requests and notifies management as appropriate to maintain integrity of brewery utilities systems


• Monitors carbon dioxide recovery, storage, and vaporization systems to ensure adequate supply and quality of CO2


• Performs housekeeping functions in assigned areas to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment


• Assist with lubrication, filter changes, and basic component replacements to maintain optimal equipment performance.


• Support troubleshooting efforts for mechanical issues in utility systems and escalate complex problems to Maintenance Technicians or Engineering.


• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance in CMMS

Please Apply if You Have

• Bachelor’s Degree chemistry, biology, brewing/food science, or any combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved required


• 3 years experience in wastewater treatment, laboratory analysis, or food or beverage production required


• Previous experience demonstrating mechanical aptitude or minor maintenance responsibilities in a manufacturing or utility environment preferred


• General knowledge of laboratory analysis, water chemistry, and chemical safety


• An understanding of chemical composition, applicable uses, and safe handling practices


• Proficient with Microsoft Office365


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision


• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools and diagnostic equipment


• Ability to perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance tasks independently


• Basic understanding of mechanical systems such as pumps, motors and valves


• Internal Certification to Operate Heavy Equipment including Forklifts, Genie Booms, scissor lifts, etc. within 90 Days required
  Additional Requirements to Consider Before Applying


• Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment, post offer background check.


• You must be at least 18 years of age to work for Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.


• Must be able to work 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM / Sunday – Thursday

Before applying for this role, please review the full job description, including the physical demands and working environment: https://sierranevada.jdxpert.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&id=2235

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer