Facilities Assistant

Journeyman Distillery•Three Oaks, MI

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a hands-on problem-solver with a passion for keeping things running smoothly? Journeyman Distillery is seeking a Facilities Assistant to help maintain and enhance the heart of our operations. From historic charm to modern efficiency, our facilities reflect the spirit of our award-winning spirits—and we need your skills to keep everything in top shape. As part of our dedicated team, you'll work behind the scenes to ensure our spaces are safe, functional, and welcoming—whether it’s assisting with repairs, supporting events, or keeping our unique property in pristine condition. If you take pride in your work, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love the idea of being part of a company where craft and care go hand in hand, we’d love to meet you. At Journeyman Distillery, we believe hard work and dedication deserve to be rewarded. To that end, we provide a comprehensive benefits and incentives package. Here’s a peek at what you will receive as a Journeyman employee: Outstanding Growth Opportunity! Paid Time Off – begins accruing on Day 1 401(k) with Employer Match available Medical Insurance – 30+ hours/week Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental Insurance options – 20+ hours/week Free Quarterly Bottle of Spirit (21+) Loyalty Incentives (ask about our 5-Year Bottle Reward!) Employee Discount Monthly Founders' Tour with Bill and Johanna Welter Annual Employee Putting Competition Annual Employee Holiday Party Basic Function: Primarily responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of facility and grounds maintenance. All team members must uphold and embody Journeyman’s Core Values which represent the culture, attitude, and immediate priorities ensuring our cohesion and success. CORE VALUES GRIT MAKES GREAT We believe that no challenge is too big and we take pride in hard work. Grit is our foundation - perseverance through adversity, strength in difficulty, and a relentless drive to succeed. Challenges are opportunities in disguise and we welcome them with determination and resolve. Nothing great happens by taking the easy route. ALWAYS A JOURNEYMAN, NEVER A MASTER 'Good enough' isn't in our vocabulary. We are committed to constant improvement and the pursuit of excellence in distilling, brewing, and hospitality. Mastery is a moving target - and we embrace the grind, knowing the journey itself is what pushes us forward. 1st CUSTOMER Exceptional service defines us - through every touchpoint, every day (362 a year), until the last second and beyond (59:59+). This mindset extends to how we treat vendors, partners, and each other. 1st Customer is our culture - and our legacy As storytellers and champions of Journeyman, we embody the values we stand for, through every interaction.

Requirements

Must have ability to safely operate all tools, equipment and motor vehicles within safety standards and guidelines.
Must have ability to use all senses to ensure consistency in work processes.
Must have ability to use hands in a precise and repetitive manner for periods of 8 -10 hours a day.
Must have ability to perform moderate physical work; may be required to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently and performing such activities as bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping for up to 10 hours without sitting.
Must have ability to sit and focus on a single task for up to 10 hours.

Responsibilities

Perform general facilities cleaning duties such as mopping, sweeping and waxing of floors, washing of windows and dusting of furniture, window sills, and equipment.
Remove trash/cardboard from facilities and place in receptacles.
Maintain outside cleanliness and upkeep of facilities.
Maintain cleanliness of company owned vehicles.
Assist with mowing and general grounds-keeping.
Assist with the upkeep and maintenance of lawn equipment.
Assist with the upkeep and maintenance of distillery equipment.
Assist with product deliveries and offloading.
Assist with and maintenance of warehouse cleanliness.
Assist with supply pick-ups and deliveries as needed.
Utilize basic carpentry skills to assemble barrel pallets.
Assist with the maintenance and upkeep on various properties (change detector batteries, assemble furniture, change air filters)
Paint interior and exterior walls and structures as needed.
Assist with snow removal/salt application.