Plant Utilities Technician II - Wastewater & CIP Expert

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

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.