Job Description

Job Description:

The Ackley Brands Winery Maintenance Staff 2 role is a mid-level position responsible for performing skilled maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of winery equipment, infrastructure, and facilities. This role supports production and cellar operations by ensuring that all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems are functioning efficiently. The ideal candidate will have prior maintenance experience in a winery, manufacturing, or food production setting and be able to work independently on assigned tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

Facility & Equipment Maintenance:
•  Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on winery production equipment, bottling lines, refrigeration units, HVAC, and water systems.
•  Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues to minimize downtime.
•  Assist with installation and setup of new equipment and machinery.
•  Maintain irrigation systems and vineyard equipment as needed.
•  Perform minor welding and fabrication work as necessary.

Preventative Maintenance & Safety Compliance:
•  Execute preventative maintenance schedules and maintain detailed logs of work performed.
•  Conduct safety inspections and ensure compliance with OSHA and winery safety regulations.
•  Assist with confined space entry and hazardous material handling when required.
•  Ensure all maintenance activities adhere to sustainability and environmental policies.

Winery & Vineyard Support:
•  Assist in preparing the facility for seasonal changes, including harvest setup and shutdown procedures.
•  Support facility upgrades, construction projects, and infrastructure improvements.
•  Work closely with cellar and production teams to maintain workflow efficiency.

Collaboration & Leadership:
•  Provide guidance and support to the Winery Maintenance Staff team
•  Communicate major equipment failures or potential hazards to the Maintenance Supervisor.
•  Collaborate with external vendors and contractors for specialized repairs and installations.
•  Participate in training programs to stay updated on the latest maintenance technologies and best practices.

Qualifications & Skills:
•  4+ years of experience in maintenance, repair, or facilities management, preferably in a winery, manufacturing, or food/beverage production setting.
•  Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
•  Ability to troubleshoot and repair pumps, motors, conveyors, HVAC, and refrigeration units.
•  Experience with power tools, hand tools, and industrial maintenance equipment.
•  Forklift certification.
•  Ability to lift 50+ lbs, stand for long periods, and work in varying temperatures.
•  Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and overtime during harvest.

Preferred Qualifications:
•  Experience with welding, fabrication, or automation systems.
•  Knowledge of wastewater treatment, compressed air systems, or boiler operations.
•  PLC troubleshooting or basic programming skills.
•  EPA refrigeration certification or electrical licensing (a plus).

Benefits:
•  Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
•  Medical, Dental, and 401(k) available
•  Paid time off and holiday pay.
•  Career development opportunities within winery operations.

This role is primarily located at our winery headquarters in Prosser, WA

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Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, For contractors, Seasonal work, Flexible hours,

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