Director, Eng & Maint (Wine Jobs: Management & Administration)

  Wente Vineyards

  Livermore, California

Wente Family Estates is owned and operated by the fourth and fifth generations of the Wente family. 
Located just east of San Francisco in the historic Livermore Valley, Wente Family Estates is home to one of California’s premier wine country destinations, featuring wine tasting, world class concerts, fine dining at the award-winning Restaurant at Wente Vineyards, and championship golf at the Greg Norman designed Course at Wente Vineyards. 
A dynamic company dedicated to the art of winemaking, Wente Family Estates shares the philosophy that the quality of a wine originates in the vineyard. For 130 years, we have built a reputation of hiring the best in the wine industry. The willingness to innovate and experiment has been a hallmark of the Wente family operations.

We look for employees who share our enthusiasm and who are passionate about contributing to the Wente Family Estates legacy. 

We currently have an opening for a skilled Maintenance/Engineering professional:

The Director, Engineering & Maintenance will oversee engineering and infrastructure needs of the winery, ensuring that assets meet both technical specifications and regulatory compliance standards. This leadership role manages and oversees projects to include the planning, design, reconfiguration, and/or construction of the project. In addition, this individual will obtain quotes, compare bids, and make recommendations to management. The individual will manage through subordinate supervisory/managerial levels to ensure the effective pursuit and completion of projects within budgetary guidelines while upholding high standards of excellence. Participates in the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget for the maintenance team and leads a team consisting of journey-level mechanics having welding, refrigeration, plumbing, carpentry and electrical skills at multiple sites. Represents the organization in a professional manner with outside entities that include government and industry advocate agencies.


The successful candidate will meet or exceed the following requirements:

a) Bachelor of Science degree paired with extensive management experience
b) General Engineering or Mechanical Engineering degree a strong plus
c) Background in a trades related environment (electrical, HVAC, plumbing), a plus
d) Ability to troubleshoot and understanding systems, schematic drawings and measurements
e) Experience mentoring and providing effective leadership to a team is essential
f) Strong verbal and written communication skills
g) Professional level computer skills

V. Physical Demands
a) Ability to lift 50 lbs with ease
b) Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
c) Ability to work in areas of great height
d) Ability to work outdoors under a variety of temperature and weather conditions

We Provide: • A fun atmosphere that is serious about quality, wine, and outstanding wine country experiences. • Discounts on food, wine and golf. • Competitive wages • Opportunities for advancement • Wine education • Hospitality education • Quality training for optimal performance growth

Benefits for Full time positions include: Medical and Dental for employee and dependents 401(k) plan Paid Time Off Paid Holidays

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