Draft Technician

Watkins Distributing • Lewiston, ID

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About The Position

Watkins Distributing is a family-owned and operated beverage distribution company serving Idaho and Montana for four generations. The Draft Technician services and maintains draft systems at bars, restaurants, and other beverage establishments, keeping lines clean and systems operating at peak performance. This is a full-time position supporting the greater Lewiston area, including Moscow and Potlach.

The role involves traveling between customer accounts, cleaning and servicing draft beer lines and equipment, troubleshooting system issues, and advising retail accounts on draft system care. The technician works independently in varied, nontraditional settings and performs physically active work, including handling equipment and kegs and moving through tight or wet spaces.

Requirements

• Able to work independently without on-site supervision.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational habits.
• Able to lift and transport equipment, product, and kegs weighing approximately 20–50 pounds, and up to 165 pounds on a regular basis.
• Comfortable with repeated bending, kneeling, reaching, and standing for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Able to travel between multiple accounts each day and safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Able to work in varied settings, including bars, restaurants, walk-in coolers, and tight or wet spaces.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record with no major violations.

Nice To Haves

• Thrives in a physically active role involving frequent movement.
• Comfortable with a varied schedule and a nontraditional work environment; this is not a desk job.

Responsibilities

• Service and clean draft beer lines and equipment at designated customer accounts.
• Verify that draft systems operate correctly and meet company quality standards.
• Drive to multiple customer locations throughout the market using a company vehicle or personal vehicle.
• Identify and resolve draft system issues and clearly communicate solutions to customers.
• Train retail accounts on best practices for draft system upkeep and care.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean and properly organized.
• Follow safety guidelines, including safe handling of cleaning agents and equipment.
• Complete duties accurately, efficiently, and on time in accordance with established service expectations.
• Take on additional duties as needed.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• 401(k) matching up to 7%.
• Health insurance after 60 days.
• Discounts on beverage products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed