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Maintenance Mechanic
Location: St. Helena, CA
Compensation: $30–$40 per hour (depending on experience)
Schedule: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
A respected, family-oriented wine production facility in St. Helena is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to support facility operations and equipment reliability. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced production environment.
This position plays a key role in maintaining production equipment, supporting safe plant operations, and contributing to a collaborative, craftsmanship-focused culture.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing a wide range of skilled maintenance tasks, including mechanical repair, electrical work, carpentry, and equipment troubleshooting. The role requires a solid understanding of production systems, strong problem-solving ability, and the flexibility to support off-shift work during harvest.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform maintenance and repairs on production equipment, facilities, and systems
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Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues
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Provide journey-level support across one or more skilled trade areas
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Conduct carpentry, plumbing, painting, mechanical, and electrical repairs as needed
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Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
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Operate and troubleshoot PLC-related systems
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Perform basic welding and fabrication
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Assist with installation, modification, and servicing of equipment
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Follow all housekeeping, cleaning, and safety standards
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Work off-shifts as required during harvest season
Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent
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3–5 years of experience in a winery, food/beverage, or similar production environment
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Completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training for journey-level recognition
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Strong knowledge of production equipment (presses, de-stemmers, pumps, etc.)
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Working knowledge of tools, codes, and procedures in relevant skilled trade areas
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Ability to read schematics and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems
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Basic welding/fabrication skills; manual mill and lathe experience a plus
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Must be able to speak, read, and write English
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Must adhere to all safety procedures and regulations
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