Maintenance Mechanic III - Columbia Crest Winery

Ste. Michelle Rebrand; Paterson (WA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Coverage

Paid Vacation

Employee Wine Discounts

Job summary

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III at Columbia Crest Winery in Paterson, WA. This full-time on-site role involves preventative maintenance, repairs, and equipment installations in a winemaking environment.

Shifts are 4 days, 10 hours each, Mon-Thu or Tue-Fri. Compensation ranges from $27.42 to $35.66 per hour, with benefits including health care, vacation, and employee wine discounts.

Qualifications

• Technical school course work is preferred.
• Valid Drivers License.
• 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing, winery, food processing/ packaging facility or similar environment.
• Working knowledge of VFDs, electrical motors, PLCs, lighting, alarm systems and network wiring.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and work extended hours in varying climates.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections and unplanned repairs following safety procedures.
• Install and align motors, gear boxes, pumps and other mechanical systems.
• Use diagnostic tools for preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Utilize CMMS (JDE) to create work orders and document repairs.
• Read blueprints and schematics for troubleshooting and repair.
• Follow GMP procedures and work in a team environment.

Education

High School or better

Tools

VFDs

Electrical motors

PLC controls

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic III - Columbia Crest Winery

Job Category: Facilities Maintenance

Requisition Number: MAINT003692

• Posted : July 23, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Columbia Crest Winery-WA
Paterson, WA 99345, USA

Description

A Maintenance Mechanic III job in Paterson, Washington is available at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE). This position is located at our Columbia Crest Winery. In this role, you will be responsible for regular maintenance, repair, troubleshooting of a wide variety of machinery and equipment in support of the winemaking process. You will assist with installations of plant systems, production equipment, and related system components. This position is full time and works 4 days 10 hour shifts. Shifts can be Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is the largest wine company in the Pacific Northwest, and among the largest premium wine companies in the U.S, with roots dating back to 1933. Throughout our 90+ year history, what has remained constant is our unwavering commitment to quality, service to our customers, and connection with our community. We are proud that our award-winning wines farmed in Oregon and Washington are an expression of all the best things about the Pacific Northwest — the spirit of people, the abundance of the land, and the excellence-driven culture. Our distinctive portfolio of wines, including Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14 Hands, Columbia Crest, Erath, A to Z Wineworks, REX HILL, Intrinsic, Liquid Light, Northstar, and Spring Valley Vineyard, are enjoyed across the U.S. and distributed in over 100 countries.

Maintenance Mechanic III job responsibilities include:

• Perform preventative maintenance work, inspections, and unplanned repairs in accordance with established internal safety procedures/protocols, OSHA standards, GMPs, FDA regulations and industry best practices.
• Install and align motors, gear boxes, pumps, and other mechanical systems.
• Use diagnostic tools such as VOM, AMP meters, and other test equipment needed for preventative maintenance of equipment
• Utilize CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Software) System JDE. This will include creating work orders, documenting work performed, created follow up work for corrective work repairs needed to include scope of work, parts needed for repairs.
• Read blueprints, parts diagrams, process control diagrams for use in troubleshooting and machine repair.
• Performs calculations needed for operation related to volumes, square feet, flow rates, and thermal loads.
• Follow company safety and GMP procedures and policies.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with others in a team environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned, other duties may require performing tasks of lesser skilled technicians.

Position Requirements:

• Technical school course work is preferred.
• Valid Drivers License
• 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing, winery, food processing/ packaging facility or similar environment involving the responsibilities as outlined above.
• Working knowledge and experience with VFDs, electrical motors, process controls (PLCs), lighting, alarm systems, fire systems, intercoms, and network wiring instrument calibrations.
• Welding, fabrication knowledge and experience to include MIG, TIG, STICK, and gas welding process for stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminum, that would include cutting, welding, grinding and fitting.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend/stoop, squat, kneel, climb, twist, push and pull heavy objects, pull/jerk objects, work at heights with fall protection equipment, and work at waist & below levels.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak periods to include periodic shift work in various temperature climates (indoors and outdoors).
• Ability to read and write in English and understand various schematics drawings/ instructions.Ability to work independently maintaining positive working relationships in a team environment.
• History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies.

Your Compensation:

$27.42 - $35.66/hr. based upon relevant experience.

At Ste. Michelle Wine Estates we believe in paying our employees equal pay for equal work. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate’s prior experience and education level as it pertains to the role.

Benefits of working with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates:

Our Total Rewards programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented, curious people with a passion for innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and growth. We offer leading programs thatinspire andreward superior performance and foster an inclusive, diverse, and healthy workforce.

• Health Care Coverage including medical, dental, vision & prescription – eligible on date of hire for full-time employees
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Wine Discounts

Culture at Ste. Michelle:

We Challenge: We are driven to succeed in everything we do, and we challenge ourselves and our team to perform at the highest level.

We Care: We put people first – our team, our consumers, our customers, our communities.

We Collaborate: We believe there is nothing we can’t accomplish – together – and we believe lifting up those around us is essential to achieving both individual and collective success.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. For more information, see the EEOC's "Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law " poster.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a United States Department of Homeland Security website that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Please visit the following website for additional information:https://www.e-verify.gov/about-e-verify/what-is-e-verify

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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