As a Certified B Corporation, Bonterra Organic Estates (formerly Fetzer Vineyards) is grounded in the transformational goals of the regenerative business. Since our founding in 1968, we have been driven by excellence, innovation and longstanding commitments to the environment and responsible business practices.

Part of global powerhouse Viña Concha y Toro, Bonterra Organic Estates is focused on crafting wines?rooted in regenerative, organic farming practices?at our facility in Mendocino County, California, including category leader Bonterra; sustainability standout Fetzer; and 1000 Stories, California's original Bourbon barrel-aged wine.

We’ve got some big boots to fill as we hire our next Vineyard Equipment & Vehicle Maintenance Manager. Are you up for the challenge of managing two maintenance shops and two talented full-time mechanics while ensuring the utmost focus on safety and compliance not to mention managing over $1M in expense budgets? Keeping over 345 pieces of equipment in prime condition to support 830 acres of estate ranches isn’t for the faint of heart: 30 heavy truck/trailers, 25 pickups, 27 forklifts, 10 electric carts, 37 powered ag tractors, 148 ag implements, 14 ATV/UTV, 27 pumps and 30 small engine units.

50% - Maintenance Shop Management

Effectively and efficiently manage the equipment and vehicle shops through the use of the work order system, parts inventory, developed shop operations standards, housekeeping and safety programs and standards. Provide subject matter expertise in the areas of equipment sourcing and equipment evaluations. Provide cost analysis for jobs performed, cost to repair vs. replacement based on material and labor tracking data

Provide expertise in troubleshooting complex mechanical issues.

Manage the installation and removal of pumps for frost protection. Maintain/repair irrigation and frost system equipment

Responsible for management of an effective preventative maintenance (PM) & repair program, considering the seasonality of farming operations.

30% General Management

Responsible for employee management/development ie, performance coaching, reviews, staffing, budget planning, safety training. Manage departmental budgets, submit spending requests.

20% - Compliance & Administration

Compliance: Responsible for the timely and accurate compliance activities including, but not limited to:
•  Waste Tire Program
•  Opacity Tests – Annual
•  Crane Certifications – Annual
•  Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax-IRS – Annual
•  Motor Carrier Permit – California DMV – Annual
•  U.S. DOT-FMCSA – Every 2 years
•  B.I.T.
•  Hazardous disposal
•  Propane tanks

Administration: Responsible for the administration of various functions and procedures, either directly or through the delegation of tasks.
•  CardMaster Cardlock System
•  ARI/Holman vehicle leases
•  Enterprise Leases, Vineyard Dept only
•  DMV required activities

Requirements
•  High School diploma required. Associate Degree or completion of technical/trade school program in diesel and automotive technology preferred.
•  8-10+ years experience in vehicle/heavy truck/vineyard equipment maintenance
•  Demonstrated experience leading work teams, including efficient delegation and prioritization of daily/weekly activities
•  Demonstrated ability to work safely and maintain a safe work environment for department
•  Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal/external contacts, vendors, outside contractors, employees, management, work teams
•  Ability to work effectively within budget constraints
•  As needed, travel to BOE ranches in the Hopland/Ukiah areas to provide mechanical support on equipment located at these sites
•  Load and transport a variety of farming equipment to and from various ranch locations
•  Will require certifications to operate specific equipment, machinery and/or plant vehicles
•  Valid Driver’s License - Class C. Valid Class A license preferred
•  Will require work in maintenance shop environment and outdoor environment, including dirt and pavement, in all weather conditions, indoor and outdoor, working and standing on concrete floors
•  Experience reading and using equipment manuals, equipment drawings and electrical schematics to diagnose and resolve equipment problems
•  Requires reading and writing in English and intermediate to advanced math abilities
•  Microsoft 365 office applications(Word, Excel, etc.); use of e mail and internet
•  Requires pre-employment physical
•  Requires forklift certification or ability to become forklift certified
•  Manager is required to support shop operations between 7:00am and 3:30pm, Monday - Friday
•  Requires additional availability during seasonal peaks such as harvest and periods of frost. May also require call ins in the case of emergencies

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 30 lbs. on a frequent basis; requires ability to frequently walk, stand; sit, bend; reach outward/upward; occasionally squat/kneel/climb/crawl. Requires constant hand & finger dexterity for keyboarding/working at computer. Requires visual acuity & ability to distinguish colors. PPE: safety toe footwear, hearing protection, safety glasses, hardhat.

Compensation

Target base salary - $115,000 - $125,000. Company vehicle provided.

Benefits - First day Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, Tax Savings (401k with company match

Location - Onsite role 12901 Old River Rd. Hopland, CA 95449

Apply https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/FET1003FETZ/JobBoard/c6d65af3-319c-4d5a-8905-6818e98b821b

Requires successful completion of criminal background, DMV check, drug screen, & pre-employment physical. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V Requires submittal of verification of your citizenship or legal right to work in the US at time of an employment offer.

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