JOB DESCRIPTION

Your responsibilities will include maintaining winery equipment, wastewater treatment and freshwater delivery systems, general repairs and preventative maintenance schedules, and special project supervision.

This is a hands-on position that requires prior facility maintenance expertise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Conducts and / or oversees maintenance of electrical, electronic, plumbing, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic machinery and equipment including our wastewater systems, glycol compressors, air conditioning and heating systems, fruit processing equipment and forklifts.
• Provides technical and specialty expertise in the installation, maintenance, and repair of bottling line equipment. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Install and modify new and used equipment, fabricate and machine parts as necessary.
• Obtains quotes and cost estimates on construction projects; compares bids and makes recommendations to management. Coordinates construction activities to ensure attainment of budget and schedule objectives.
• Responsible for testing and maintaining process wastewater and freshwater systems.
• Is the point of contact for all vendors related to site maintenance.
• Investigates and evaluates new materials, systems, and equipment that may benefit the company in its facilities.
• Ensures efficient utilization of all winery equipment.
• Ensures the winery is in compliance with all federal, state and Napa County permits and regulations for construction, mechanical, and safety standards.
• Responsible for understanding and complying with applicable quality, environmental and safety regulatory considerations.

Takes an active leadership role in the safety program.

• Develops and maintains emergency response program for evenings and weekends.
• Assists at off-site winery facilities as needed.
• Assigns duties and monitors quality of work; assures assisting staff conforms to organizational policies and procedures and government regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

• 5 years of related experience
• Bachelor's degree in technical discipline preferred
• Thorough knowledge of winery-related refrigeration systems, electrical systems, and winemaking equipment Ability to lift 50 pounds on an occasional basis
• Ability to work after hours as needed and be on call for emergencies
• Must possess valid driver's license and be insurable under the company insurance policy

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & PERKS

• Competitive base salary
• Annual bonus and merit increase programs
• Compassionate and family-oriented management team and company culture
• Short- and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance plans 100% paid by the employer
• 401k plan with a 100% company matches up to first 6% an employee contributes (eligible after 6 months of employment)
• Paid Time Off (starting at 3 weeks??? vacation, 5 sick and 10 paid holidays).
• Wine Club Membership
• Employee wine discount
• A work environment where you can be your authentic self and be a part of a winning team!

Last updated : 2024-04-23