MAINTENANCE TECH - CUTWATER - Full-time

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

SHIFT: 12PM-10:30PM (Mon-Thur | or Wed-Sat)

SALARY: $32.00/hr - $36.15/hr (DOE)

WORK LOCATION: San Diego, CA (Miramar)

COMPANY:  
At Cutwater Spirits, we are explorers, charting the course with adventure in mind. We meticulously distill our award-winning portfolio of spirits including whiskeys, vodka, gin, rums, tequilas and liqueurs and incorporate them into our canned lineup. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re looking for passionate people like you to join our journey of working hard while having fun.  Are you ready to join our dauntless crew here in San Diego and beyond?
 

ROLE SUMMARY:  

The Maintenance Technician I is an entry level position within the Maintenance Team. They will work under the immediate supervision of a Maintenance Technician II or III while learning job tasks. They will be accountable for the assisting in all distillery, warehouse, and restaurant/kitchen maintenance objectives. These objectives include corrective and preventative maintenance, spare parts, overall equipment reliability, and safety.  This position works under the immediate day-to-day direction of the Facilities & Maintenance Manager and under the immediate supervision of a Maintenance Technician II or III while learning job tasks.   

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Repairs, replaces, adjusts, and aligns components of machinery and equipment
• Cleans and lubricates parts, equipment, and machinery.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance and repairs to manufacturing equipment.
• Observes electrical and mechanical devices/systems in operation to located causes of trouble.
• Repairs and replaces defective parts.
• Adjust and test machinery.
• Make repairs such as chains, sprockets, bearings, and belts.
• Rebuilds pneumatic cylinders, valves, pumps, gearboxes and other drive train components.
• Utilize PM system to view work orders assignments, document parts usage and labor hours, add notes of work completed, and close out the work order.
• Follow procedures for documenting parts usage and reporting inventory levels.
• Cleans and maintains tools and mechanical equipment.
• Respond to emergency maintenance calls.
• Conduct routine maintenance and safety facility inspections.
• Assist with maintenance, plumbing, metal work and painting.
• Maintains a clean and organized shop floor, welding area, and spare parts area.
• Properly maintains all tools and equipment.
• Promotes a positive, proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Embraces and fulfills the core values and culture of Cutwater Spirits.
• Understands and employs a Safety-First approach
• Establish, maintain and foster cooperative working relations with others from diverse backgrounds effectively and with courtesy. 
• Good mechanical aptitude and effective use of basic hand tools.
• Ability to utilize all math skills, such as basic math, geometry and algebra to complete necessary job tasks.
• Ability to make spot decisions and solve problems.
• Abide by all Safety, Health, and Environmental policies.
• Reads and understands basic equipment manuals as well as mechanical drawings.
• Ability to operate computer systems including: Microsoft Office (Outlook and Excel).  
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Good organizational skills. 
• Attention to detail, follow through, and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules to meet deadlines.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in maintenance work; Production or manufacturing maintenance (preferred).   
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

BENEFITS:

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts.
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection.
• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution.
• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners.
• Great Perks including product samples!