Equipment Reliability Technician, Electro-Mechanical Systems

Do you see patterns in data, hear the story behind a vibration, or sense when ladder logic isn’t telling the full truth? At Sazerac, you’ll turn that intuition into impact—keeping world-famous lines running safely, smoothly, and efficiently.

We’re an independent, American family-owned company with close to 400 years of heritage and a global reach—growing at double-digit rates since the 2000s. Our portfolio includes Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, Sazerac Rye, Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka. Our Louisville office is a four-time “Best Places to Work in Kentucky,” and Buffalo Trace Distillery is recognized as the world’s most award-winning distillery.

• Own reliability: Prevent failures before they happen and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control systems when they do.
• Drive performance: Diagnose root causes, implement sustainable fixes, and lift overall plant KPIs.
• Engineer the plan: Build and execute PM programs; read and apply schematics, ladder logic, and technical drawings.
• Advance automation: Contribute to CI and automation projects that strengthen safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Lead with standards: Uphold SOPs and ensure compliance with safety, food safety, quality, and environmental expectations.

Monday - Thursday 7am-5pm with some overtime

• High school diploma or GED
• 3 years of experience in electromechanical or industrial maintenance

• Associate's degree
• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs (programming, troubleshooting, and hardware)

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Industrial Electrical Systems
• Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)
• Electrical Schematic Reading

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley)
• Conveyor Systems
• Servo Motors

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K, paid time off, and more. Benefits may vary by location and work type. Explore details here.

Compensation is an hourly range of $32.40- $48.60, with final pay determined by experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity.

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.

Apply, and our recruiting team will review your background. Qualified candidates will move through a process that may include a phone screen, a hiring manager conversation, and panel interviews with business leaders. Depending on the role, there may be additional steps or assessments. If you are not advanced at any stage, you will receive an email notification.

Need assistance throughout your application or interview process? Email talentacquisition@sazerac.com.