Job Description

Join one of BC’s largest craft breweries and work on state-of-the-art brewing and packaging equipment!

Parallel 49 Brewing Company is a key player in the continually growing craft beer industry in British Columbia and we are committed to invest in manufacturing technology and the people that run and maintain them!

We are looking for skilled and interesting people with great attitudes to complement our team while we continue to be a top employer in Vancouver and the craft beer industry.

As a Journey Level Tradesperson at Parallel 49 Brewing Company, you will work on state of the art mechanical equipment that's best in industry, including a specialized canning line, centrifuges and brand new brew house equipment with the latest technology. This position requires a ticketed and experienced tradesperson who possesses a mechanical aptitude and excellent equipment performance troubleshooting skills.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will perform a wide variety of duties associated with equipment maintenance, with the primary focus on the changeover, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of packaging and brewing equipment as well as completing various aspects of general facility maintenance. The work will be performed primarily indoors in a clean and safety focused environment.

Perks

• Awesome team of people who are passionate about craft beer and sharing our brews with our community
• 100% coverage of Extended Group Benefits!
• Retirement Savings Plan employer matching up to 4%
• Night shift premium of $3.00/hour on night shift
• Employee Staff Card loaded bi-weekly with money for you to use in our Street Kitchen on food and beverage and in our retail store
• Staff discounts of on food while you’re working and on days off
• We love to train our people and promote from within

Schedule

Monday - Friday afternoons/evening shift. Within the afternoon/evening window, actual shift start and end time will be determined with the right candidate based on business needs and personal requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and install packaging and brewing machinery and equipment
• Dismantle and reassemble machinery and equipment for repair or transportation purposes
• Align and adjust machine parts to specifications using hand tools and jacks
• Inspect and test machinery and equipment to diagnose problems and identify necessary repairs
• Perform changeovers and preventative maintenance of packaging and brewing equipment on schedule
• Perform basic facility maintenance
• Practice good housekeeping and adhere to safety protocols
• Strictly adhere to food safe practices
• Assist in production tasks and operation of machinery if necessary
• Share basic troubleshooting techniques with Production staff
• Maintain records of repairs, maintenance and installation activities

Qualifications

• Journey level trades certificate required as a millwright or other ticketed trade.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently
• Must possess own hand tools
• Excellent interpersonal, organization and strong communication skills
• Ability to carry out physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs. safely, extended standing, pulling, bending, crawling
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights
• Ability to work in noisy environments with proper PPE
• Experience in the food and beverage industry and comfortability working with Food Safe standards is an asset
• Packaging equipment maintenance experience with a basic understanding of PLCs is an asset
• Ability to use machine tools to repair and fabricate parts is an asset
• Basic knowledge of welding, brazing, and soldering techniques is an asset
• Forklift ticket is an asset

Working Conditions

• Primarily indoor working conditions with occasional outdoor work required
• This position is based in Vancouver and may require occasional travel to other Parallel 49 Brewing Company locations
• Must have occasional flexibility with shifts to accommodate company needs and cover vacations as well as work overtime when required

Parallel 49 Brewing Company is an equal opportunity employer, driven by our mission of creating great beer, accessible to all. Our strong company culture supports our vision of a diverse, open, safe, and respectful workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $41.85-$44.85 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Journey Level Ticket (required)

Work Location: One location

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