PLANT UTILITIES TECH 2

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.; Mills River (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in Mills River, NC, is hiring a Plant Utilities Technician 2 to maintain essential brewery utilities, operate wastewater processes, and monitor CO2 systems.

The role includes daily lab analyses, chemical handling, and basic maintenance tasks to ensure dependable utility performance. The position offers hourly pay from $21.09 to $32.58, with benefits such as a 401(k) match, trainings, and onsite healthcare options.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 elevate complex problems to Maintenance Technicians or Engineering.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance in CMMS

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Water chemistry

Chemical safety

Microsoft Office365

Independent work

Basic mechanical aptitude

Hand tools & diagnostic equipment

Equipment maintenance

CMMS records

Education

Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, biology, brewing/food science

Equivalent combination of education/experience

Tools

Heavy equipment certification (Forklifts, Genie Booms, scissor lifts)

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 elevate complex problems to Maintenance Technicians or Engineering.


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

• 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:

• This position will remain open until filled; online applications will be reviewed weekly

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer