Maintenance Technician

Description

STOKED ON HENHOUSE BREWING!

HenHouse was founded in 2011 in Sonoma County. Our purpose is to produce an amazing and rotating line up of awesome beers with an uncompromising and fearless pursuit of our goals; which are creating new and interesting types of delicious beers with freshness and quality in the forefront, creating meaningful and living wage positions, and to make a difference in our community. Our talented team is committed to making, selling, delivering and serving beer with this intention and purpose in mind.

JOB TITLE:           Maintenance Technician 1

DEPARTMENT:   Maintenance 

LOCATION:         Santa Rosa, CA

REPORTS TO:     Maintenance Manager

FLSA STATUS:     Full-Time/Non-Exempt

RATE:                   $24.00 - $29.00 / HR 

SHIFT:                 4/10 Shifts with ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, as needed. 

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Perform work involving the skills of two or more maintenance occupations to keep machines, mechanical equipment, or the structure of a building in repair. Duties may involve pipe fitting; HVAC maintenance; insulating; welding; machining; carpentry; repairing electrical or mechanical equipment; installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment; and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.  This position ensures continued brewery and facility operations by troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining and modifying brewery equipment and facility infrastructure. 

On the Job you would be responsible for: (include, but not limited to the following):

Preventative Maintenance & Repair Operations (75% of Job Focus): 

• Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions for the following: 

Primary Focus: 

• Canning line, Kegging line and associated equipment 
• General Repairs and Maintenance including Tasting Room Repair Orders 

This role may also help with preventative maintenance and repairs as follows, but not limited to: 

• General brewery infrastructure (steam, glycol, compressed air, CO2, water)
• Brewhouse and associated equipment
• Fermentation tanks, packaging tanks and associated equipment
• Various pumps and control systems
• Repair machines, equipment, or structures, using tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, or equipment such as precision measuring instruments or electrical or electronic testing devices.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.
• Design new equipment to aid in the repair or maintenance of machines, mechanical equipment, or building structures.
• Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment.
  

General Maintenance Operations (25% of Job Focus): 

• Pick up ordered parts, supplies, or equipment from catalogs or suppliers, as needed
• Cleaning and organizing department tools and tool storage areas 
• Monitoring and dispatching incoming maintenance tickets to the maintenance team based on order and urgency within established guidelines.
• Assisting with and promoting general hygiene and safety tasks required for the department/facilities
• Other duties as assigned like maintenance department administrative support and projects

Supervisory and/or Committee Responsibilities:

• No Direct Reports 
• No  Supervisory or committee responsibilities assigned
• No Budgetary Responsibilities 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Position is hourly. HenHouse offers competitive wages, initial wage to be determined based on experience. You'll get to work in a fun, fast and stoked work environment. Benefits include: comprehensive health insurance (medical, vision, dental), life insurance, pet benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 401(K), paid time off (PTO), and more!

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The traditional methods of performing job functions for this position are reflected below.  Reasonable accommodations may be made when such accommodations do not create an undue hardship. 

• Must be of legal drinking age (21 years of age) 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN 1

LIFTING 

Frequency: Often

Height: 6”

Weight: 75lbs 

CARRYING 

Frequency: Often

Height: 50’

Weight: 75lbs

PUSHING/PULLING 

Frequency: Often

Height: 24”

Weight: 75lbs

REACHING (< 10LBS)

Frequency: Often

Reach: 36”

Vertical Height: 36”

REACH DIRECTION 

Frequency: Often

Position: 

Front

Overhead 

N/A

LEGS 

Frequency; Often

Position: 

Sitting

Standing Still

Walking

Kneeling 

Crouching 

Crawling

Lying Down 

N/A

BACK

Frequency: Often

Position: 

Straight/Neutral

Stoop & Flex

Twist & Side Bend

Twist & Stoop 

N/A

ARMS

Frequency: Often

Position:

Below Shoulder 

At or Above Shoulder 

Overhead

See Above 

CLIMBING LADDERS

Frequency: Often

N/A

N/A

CLIMBING RAMP/STAIRS

Frequency: Often

N/A

N/A

KEYBOARDING

Frequency; Often

N/A

N/A

DRIVING 

Frequency: Occasionally

N/A

N/A

HEARING ACUITY - MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN 1 

In Person

Frequency; Often

N/A

N/A

Phone/Switchboard 

Frequency: Occasionally

N/A

N/A

Video Conference/Remote 

Frequency: Occasionally

N/A

N/A

Other Sounds 

Frequency: Occasionally

N/A

N/A

SIGHT - MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN 1 

Near

Frequency: Often

N/A

N/A

Far

Frequency: Often

N/A

N/A

JUSTICE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY (JEDI)

We strive to create workplaces that reflect the community we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We believe that every person brings a unique perspective and experience which enriches and advances our mission to provide Meaningful Employment, Improved Beer Quality for the End Consumer and to Create Wealth for Our Community.

Requirements

COMPUTER SKILLS 

• Must demonstrate moderate computer and smartphone skills
• Experience working with computerized maintenance management system CMMS or the ability to learn. 
• Must have working knowledge of Google Suite skills - google docs, meet and chat

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 1-3 years experience in construction, electrical, plumbing, welding, general maintenance or equivalent. 
• Experience in food & beverage manufacturing or hotel or warehouse facilities industries, preferred
• High school diploma required. 
• Bilingual, verbal and written, (Spanish), preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Forklift Safety Course & Certification Required 
• 1 Hour CA Anti-Harassment & Anti-Bullying Certification Required - every 2 years 
• Valid CA Drivers License & Proof of Insurance Required 
• Other safety and job related courses, workshops and certifications may be assigned as part of the professional growth, development and performance requirements of this role. 
• Must show proof of COVID vaccination upon job offer 

Other Desired Skills, Abilities & Attributes: 

• Must be apple to demonstrate troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical systems
  • Ability to TIG weld a plus
• Ability to read schematics blueprints and equipment manuals
• Demonstrated capability in organizing and managing projects simultaneously within required deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to travel to other HenHouse Brewing locations as needed 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Regularly: Wet or humid conditions (non-weather); Work near moving mechanical parts; 

Frequently: Fumes or airborne particles; Toxic or caustic chemicals;

Occasionally: Work in high, precarious places; Risk of electrical shock; Extreme heat (non-weather); 

Noise level:  Loud

Salary : $24 - $29