Maintenance Mechanic
(Wine Jobs:
Management & Administration)
Full Time
Scheid Vineyards Inc.
Salinas,
California
SUMMARY: The maintenance mechanic is responsible for the day to day and annual maintenance of all mechanical and electrical system associated with our winery and bottling facilities. The role will encompass installation, preventive maintenance, repairs, and modifications to our processing equipment, buildings, and facilities. The maintenance mechanic will work with the operations team, which includes mechanics, supervisors, managers, and other winery and bottling personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Comply with all safety rules and regulations to maintain a safe work environment
* Maintain work areas clean and organized
* Respond to equipment emergency repairs as needed
* Minimize down time to maximize quality and yield
* Perform inspections of winery, bottling, and facilities equipment such as air compressors, fire pump, refrigeration system, hoist, grape presses, crushers, boilers, pumps, chillers, Monobloc, palletizers, etc.
* Perform preventive maintenance on equipment (inspection, lubrication, repairs)
* Ensure proper lubricant, parts, or adjustments are being made or used when performing any maintenance/repairs
* Upon completing a task, ensure the equipment can function by testing it; account for all parts, and alert affected employees
* Communicate with manager regarding discrepancies, problems beyond capabilities, and all safety hazards
* Assist other mechanics in the repair and maintenance of equipment
* Must be able to interpret and work off blue prints, electrical schematics and hydraulic systems
* Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* Minimum of 3 years of on-the-job maintenance experience
* Equivalent relevant course work may be substituted for on-the-job experience
REQUIRED SKILLS
* LANGUAGE - Ability to respond to basic inquiries from coworkers. Ability to read and write.
* TECHNICAL
o Proficient in stainless steel welding for food grade applications.
o Knowledgeable in mechanical drive fundamentals (ie: chain drive sprocket and gearbox ratios).
o Proficient in the use of standard hand tools (drills, grinders, cut-off saws, impact wrenches, etc)
o Able to troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480 volts and motor controls
o Able to program and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives
o Understand and operate ammonia refrigeration system
o Able to troubleshoot and repair air compressors/air dryers
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects and/or keyboard. Required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK SCHEDULE
Must be available to work a flexible schedule to include overtime hours when necessary. This could include evening or night shifts.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a complete listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities or activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Scheid Vineyards, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
