Maintenance Technician

Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka. 

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Job Description/Responsibilities

As a Maintenance Technician, you'll troubleshoot equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives that help maximize production uptime. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to develop technical skills while working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment alongside a collaborative team. 

Schedule: 2-2-3 Work Schedule | 5:45pm - 6am

What You'll Do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, bottling lines, facility systems, and grounds to maximize equipment uptime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, complete repairs, and communicate equipment concerns to maintenance leadership.
• Support continuous improvement, safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of maintenance, manufacturing, or other relevant industrial maintenance experience in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Completion of a technical school program, apprenticeship, or associate degree in a related field.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, including electrical systems, PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred), industrial controls, or welding.
• Previous experience operating a Forklift of Scissor lift

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment, climb ladders and stairs, and safely operate industrial equipment.

Culture and Benefits

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here. 

The hourly range for this role is $30.14 - $45.22. 

Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. 

What’s Next:  

After you apply, a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process, which may include a phone screen, hiring manager interview, and panel interviews with business leaders. There may be additional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent on the position. Applicants who are not selected to move through the process, at any stage, will be notified via email. 

Need assistance throughout your application or interview process? Email View email address on click.appcast.io. 

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