Seasonal Maintenance Technician

Wine Industry Expo; King City (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Monterey Wine Company is seeking a Seasonal Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance Team beginning September 2026 through the completion of the 2026 harvest season. This role supports harvest operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, fabricating, and installing winery production and facility equipment while promoting a safe work environment.

Preferred candidates have 3 years of winery/industrial maintenance experience, strong skills in mechanical/electrical systems,

Qualifications

• Three years of maintenance experience in winery, food & beverage, manufacturing, or industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience with refrigeration/HVAC and welding/fabrication.
• Ability to read schematics and interpret electrical, mechanical, and plumbing diagrams.
• Proficient with reading/writing in English and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair cellar, production, and facility equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Fabricate parts and install equipment.
• Read electrical, mechanical, and piping schematics.
• Support with repairs of PLCs, VFDs, and control panels.
• Ensure safe operations and compliance with safety policies.
• Work independently or with the maintenance team to support harvest.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Plumbing

Welding

Machining

Fabrication

HVAC

Refrigeration

PLCs

VFDs

Programming basics

Troubleshooting

Communication

Job description

Monterey Wine Company is seeking a Seasonal Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance Team beginning September 2026 through the completion of the 2026 harvest season. This position supports harvest operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, fabricating, and installing winery production and facility equipment while promoting a safe work environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive and predictive maintenance on cellar, crush, production, and facility equipment.

Perform mechanical, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration/HVAC, welding, fabrication, machining, and equipment repairs.

Fabricate replacement parts and install new or repaired equipment.

Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, piping, fabrication, and construction schematics.

Troubleshoot, build, and install high- and low-voltage electrical systems, including control panels, switches, relays, transformers, breakers, PLCs, and VFDs.

Assist with facility improvements, construction, equipment installations, and movement of materials and equipment.

Identify maintenance needs and communicate repair recommendations to the Maintenance Manager.

Safely operate hand tools, portable power tools, shop equipment, and maintenance machinery.

Work independently or collaboratively with the Maintenance Team to support production needs.

Support Monterey Wine Company's sustainability initiatives through conservation, energy efficiency, recycling, and environmentally responsible practices.

Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Three (3) years of maintenance experience in a winery, food and beverage, manufacturing, or industrial environment.

Working knowledge of:

Mechanical systems

Electrical troubleshooting and repair

Plumbing (PVC and copper)

Welding, machining, and stainless steel/aluminum fabrication

Refrigeration and HVAC systems

PLCs, VFDs, and basic programming

Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Requirements

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and comply with all company safety policies.

Available to work any shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required during harvest.

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb ladders, work overhead, and lift/carry up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Valid California Class C driver's license with the ability to meet the Company's driver eligibility requirements.

Compensation

Pay Range: $24.00–$30.00 per hour. Starting pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and internal equity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Monterey Wine Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment.

At-Will Employment

Employment with Monterey Wine Company is at will. This means either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice or cause, subject to applicable law. Nothing in this posting creates an employment contract or guarantee of employment.