Maintenance Technician, 3rd Shift | Southern Tier Brewing - Lakewood, NY

Join our passionate community brought together by our love for great beer, cider, craft cocktails, and the process that makes it all happen. Quality is our thing, and so is staying curious—always learning, evolving, and pushing to get better at what we do. We’re fired up by the people who enjoy our pours and the teams that make it all possible. If you’re into collaboration, craft, and being part of a tight-knit crew, we’d love to raise a glass with you.

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE OFFER

Artisanal Brewing Ventures (ABV) is a top 10 regional craft alcohol company in the US, made up of 5 long standing, successful craft brands (75+ combined years!): Victory Brewing, Bold Rock Cider, Sixpoint Brewery, Southern Tier Brewing & Southern Tier Distilling. We have locations in 5 states (NY, PA, OH, VA, NC) including taprooms, production facilities, & our corporate headquarters.

• Competitive Compensation

• Exceptional Health Benefits

• No Waiting Period to Enroll

• Paid Family Leave

• Flexible Schedules & Generous Paid Time Off

• Ample Product Discounts

• Opportunities for Growth Across 5 Successful Brands

WHAT WE DO

At Southern Tier, some of the best moments happen with a great beer in hand. That idea—and our commitment to brewing beers that live up to those moments—led us to team up with Artisanal Brewing Ventures back in 2014. Since then, our brewers have been able to focus on what they do best, while Southern Tier has reached more craft beer fans in new places. Beyond that, sharing resources like marketing, administration, and accounting has created valuable business efficiencies. Access to carefully selected ingredients and the collaborative opportunities that come with scaling have made the Southern Tier-ABV partnership a true match made in craft beer heaven.

Maintenance Technician, 3rd Shift | Southern Tier Brewing - Lakewood, NY

Hourly Rate Range: $27-$30/HR

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing brewery, packaging, utility, and facility equipment to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations with minimal downtime. This role performs preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities, including troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, responding to equipment failures, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Reports to: Maintenance Manager or Maintenance Supervisor

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on brewery, packaging, utility, and facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair brewing, clarification, packaging, refrigeration, HVAC, and utility systems.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems, including pumps, valves, cylinders, compressors, conveyors, motors, and gearboxes.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to troubleshoot and complete repairs.
• Execute lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures in accordance with safety standards and company policies.
• Diagnose and repair automated production systems, including PLC-controlled equipment and process controls.
• Repair and maintain process pumps, sanitary piping systems, automated valves, actuators, and instrumentation.
• Monitor and support operation of boilers, chillers, refrigeration, and utility systems.
• Respond to production equipment failures and perform reactive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and preventative maintenance documentation using CMMS systems.
• Identify equipment reliability concerns and communicate improvement opportunities to maintenance leadership.
• Assist with installation, movement, and alignment of industrial equipment and machinery using appropriate rigging and lifting equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized maintenance shop and work environment.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and CMMS systems to support maintenance operations and reporting.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedules and support emergency maintenance needs as required.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Military technical training or trade school certification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial, food & beverage, or production environment required.
• Strong industrial mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills required.
• Experience working with conveyors, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, motors, pumps, power transmission equipment, and automated process systems.
• Basic understanding of PLCs, controls, and automated manufacturing equipment required.
• Experience with automated manufacturing and packaging systems preferred.
• Experience with sanitary process equipment and food/beverage production environments preferred.
• Experience with wastewater systems, refrigeration, boilers, chillers, steam systems, and HVAC equipment preferred.
• Rigging and equipment installation experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and equipment reliability practices.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E electrical safety standards preferred.
• Knowledge of DC and 3-phase AC electrical systems.
• Familiarity with Siemens, Allen Bradley, Botec, or similar automation platforms preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while supporting production priorities.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Expected to be on a rolling on-call weekend schedule, dependent on location

Physical Requirements

• Ability to routinely lift and carry up to 55 lbs. and move up to 165 lbs. using safe handling practices and equipment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequent bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, climbing, and reaching.
• Ability to work at heights using ladders and lifts.
• Ability to work below grade and within confined spaces when properly trained and authorized.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to perform fine motor tasks and operate maintenance equipment safely.
• Ability to evaluate product quality attributes, including color, aroma, and appearance.
• Ability to obtain the ABV Forklift Certification

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to a damp, wet environment with hot liquids, airborne particles, chemicals and moving machinery. The noise level in the work environment can be very loud. Appropriate PPE is required in all designated work areas.

Disclaimer

This Job Description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties.

Artisanal Brewing Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer.