Boiler & Refrigeration Technician

We are currently seeking candidates for a Boiler and Refrigeration Technician III to join our team at Columbia Crest Winery in Paterson, WA.  This position performs a variety of specialized, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, operations, upgrades, and repairs of systems related to refrigeration, heating, and utility systems. Under minimal supervision this position ensures maximum operating efficiency to key utility systems needed for the wine making and bottling process. This position operates and maintains systems that fall under regulatory compliance laws and requires participation in the emergency response team.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is a premium wine company that is proud to call the greater Seattle area our home.  We are a collection of distinctive wine estates and maker of some of the finest wines in the world because we value our vineyards and the art of winemaking.  This focus has resulted in our ability to offer our consumers extraordinary and distinctive wines from some of the best regions in the world.   

Boiler & Refrigeration Technician job responsibilities include:

• Understand and apply Safe Work Practices Related to Refrigeration, Boilers, Mechanical an Electrical Systems, And Utilities Work. examples would include: LOTO, Elevated Work, Confined Space, ARC Flash, Hot Work, Electrical Regulations (NEC), Process Safety Management (PSM), And Safety Procedures Set by The SMWE Environmental Health and Safety Department.
• Participate in the Emergency Response Team, requiring being fit tested, mask fit, and response ready.
• Train lesser skilled technicians and guide maintenance team on refrigeration, and utilities while promoting best practices and industry standards
• Read and create piping, line diagrams, PID and instrumentation schematics related to refrigeration, and utility systems.
• Perform pipefitting, soldering, and brazing in support of refrigeration, and utility systems.
• Participate on the process safety management (PSM) Team to include development and writing of operating procedures.
• Fabrication to include cutting, welding, grinding, fitting, using various processes like MIG, TIG, Stick, and Gas.
• Program/troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLC 500, Control Logix’s, Device net, Ethernet IP,
• Repair, maintain and troubleshoot industrial food processing machinery including but not limited to pumps, conveyor systems, bottle fillers, stretch wrappers, case erectors, case packers, capsule applicators, and labelers.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Previous experience to include:

• Advanced knowledge of Control Logix’s, RS networks, and Factory Talk programming software.
• Extensive knowledge of steam boilers used in industrial applications.
• Familiarity with AC and DC electrical system to include low voltage DC control circuits to 3 phase 480-volt systems
• Extensive knowledge of industrial pumped ammonia refrigeration systems that include chillers, jacketed tanks, and area comfort cooling.
• Knowledge and experience with process safety management (PSM) related to ammonia refrigeration. To include MOC, PHA, MI, and other elements.
• Knowledge in water treatment related to condensers, potable water, and wastewater systems.
• Knowledge of industrial water systems, underground plumbing, and filtration systems.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Has Completed or has the ability complete RETA or GCAP programs
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a winery, food processing facility or similar environment involving the responsibilities as outlined above.
• Ability to work extended hours during harvest & peak periods to include rotating shift work and weekends

Your Compensation:  

$27.75 - $35.58/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 that inspire and reward 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
• 401(k) with Employer Match and Supplemental Contribution
• 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.

Harvest your potential, Uncork the possibilities!  If you are interested in Boiler & Refrigeration Tech III job in Paterson, WA please apply now.

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.