Journeyperson 1 - Vancouver, Canada - Parallel 49 Brewing Co

Parallel 49 Brewing Co

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

We are Parallel 49 Brewing Company, a craft brewery based in the heart of East Vancouver.

We were founded in 2012 by passionate craft beer enthusiasts and have quickly become a staple in the Canadian craft beer scene.

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

As a Journeyperson 1 at Parallel 49 Brewing Company, you will work on state-of-the-art mechanical equipment that's the best in the 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.

This is a Temporary contract position beginning in the Spring and extending through August.

Perks

Fantastic team of people who are passionate about craft beer and sharing our brews with our community
Employee Staff Card loaded biweekly with money for you to use in our Street Kitchen on food and beverage and in our retail store
Staff discounts on food while you're working and on days off
We love to train our people and promote from within

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 foodsafe 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 and complete daily endofshift report
Perform other reasonable duties as necessary

Qualifications

Journeylevel 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

Education Requirements

A certified red seal trades ticket is required ideally but not limited to Millwright, Machinist or Electrician

Preferred Skills and Experience

Experience in the food and beverage industry and comfortability working with Food Safe standards
Packaging equipment maintenance experience with a basic understanding of PLCs
Ability to use machine tools to repair and fabricate parts
Basic knowledge of welding, brazing, and soldering techniques
Forklift ticket

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 committed to building a workplace that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusivity, and ensures equal opportunities for all team members and applicants.

We are an equal-opportunity employer driven by our mission of creating great beer accessible to all.

We value and respect differences in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, and other dimensions of diversity. 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 to talk openly, grow our understanding of others' experiences and continue to learn how to improve our approaches.