Janitorial Technician

About the job

The Role

This position will report to: Maintenance Manager

Travel Requirements: Based on Business needs 7-10%

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Shift:1

Location: Ceres, Ca

Employment Category: Full-Time Regular

Pay Range: $18.14/HR to $21.01/HR

Onsite Position

Bronco Wine Company founded in 1973, our family-owned company strives to continue and improve upon being vertically integrated, from the vineyard to the table, focusing on crafting quality wines for every table. Our family’s resilience and sustained growth will continue to be fostered through stewardship of family, valued employees, respected partners, and future generations.

JOB STATEMENT : Janitorial Tech is responsible for the cleanliness, sanitation, and general upkeep of winery facilities, including tasting rooms, offices, restrooms, event spaces, and production-adjacent areas may travel 7-10% to clean all facilities in Napa, Escalon, Duck ranch and Ceres. This role supports a safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment for guests, visitors, and staff, and may assist with light sanitation support in and around production and cellar areas in coordination with the cellar and production teams. The position requires attention to detail, reliability, and awareness of food-safety and sanitation standards appropriate to a working winery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

General Facility Cleaning .

• Perform routine and deep cleaning of tasting rooms, offices, hallways, restrooms, and common areas to maintain consistently clean, sanitary, and guest-ready facilities.
• Clean, disinfect, inspect, and replenish public and employee restrooms, ensuring soap, paper products, and other supplies remain adequately stocked.
• Dust, clean, and disinfect furniture, tasting bars, display shelving, railings, door handles, fixtures, and other high-touch surfaces using approved procedures.
• Clean interior and exterior glass, windows, doors, and entryways to support a professional and welcoming appearance.
• Collect, sort, and transport trash and recyclable materials to designated disposal areas in accordance with site procedures.
• Maintain patios, walkways, parking areas, and outdoor event spaces through sweeping, litter removal, spot cleaning, and prompt response to spills or unsafe conditions.
• Set up, clean, and break down tables, chairs, cleaning stations, and related equipment for tastings, tours, meetings, and private events.
• Conduct routine inspections of assigned areas, address identified deficiencies promptly and communicate recurring or significant concerns to the supervisor.

Winery and Production-Adjacent Support

• Clean, sweep, and hose down crush-pad areas, barrel-room walkways, and other production-adjacent spaces as assigned, coordinating with cellar and production personnel and following established sanitation protocols.
• Clean and sanitize break rooms, locker rooms, employee facilities, and other shared areas used by production and cellar teams.
• Support seasonal harvest operations by removing pomace, grape debris, and other by products from designated non-production areas using approved handling and disposal practices.
• Adhere to all posted sanitation, access-control, and contamination-prevention requirements when working near wine production, storage, barrel-aging, or food-service areas.
• Respond promptly to spills and other sanitation needs, isolate affected areas when necessary, and follow established cleanup and reporting procedures.
• Identify and promptly report leaks, mold, pest activity, damaged surfaces, equipment concerns, and other conditions requiring maintenance or corrective action.

Supplies, Equipment, and Safety

• Safely operate, inspect, clean, and store commercial cleaning equipment, including floor scrubbers, vacuums, pressure washers, carpet extractors, and wet/dry vacuums, in accordance with manufacturer and company requirements.
• Maintain accurate awareness of cleaning-supply and chemical inventory, restock assigned areas, and notify the supervisor before critical supplies are depleted.
• Handle, dilute, label, store, and dispose of cleaning chemicals in accordance with product instructions, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and company safety procedures.
• Use required personal protective equipment and implement wet-floor signs, barriers, and other safeguards to reduce exposure and prevent slips, trips, falls, and unauthorized entry into active cleaning areas.
• Immediately report injuries, chemical exposures, damaged equipment, and unsafe conditions, and assist with corrective actions within the scope of the role.
• Complete assigned cleaning schedules, checklists, and related documentation accurately and on time.
• Secure doors, gates, chemical storage areas, tools, and equipment, and turn off lights and equipment at the end of the shift as directed.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, consistent with the position’s purpose and operational needs.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Experience:

• One (1) or more years of janitorial, custodial, or housekeeping experience preferred.
• Experience in a winery, food and beverage, hospitality, or agricultural setting is a plus, but not required.
• Experience operating commercial cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers, pressure washers, and wet/dry vacuums.
• Basic familiarity with sanitation or food-safety practices (such as HACCP awareness or prior work in a licensed food or beverage facility) is a plus.
• Comfortable working around agricultural equipment, seasonal crush activity, and outdoor production areas.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Food handler certification, or willingness to obtain one within a specified period after hire, may be required depending on local regulations.
• Any formal custodial, sanitation, or safety training (such as OSHA or bloodborne pathogens) is a plus, and will be provided as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to understand and follow instructions, cleaning schedules, chemical labels, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of custodial methods, sanitation practices, contamination prevention, and safe operation of commercial cleaning equipment, or the ability to learn promptly.
• Ability to identify and respond appropriately to spills, sanitation concerns, equipment issues, and workplace hazards.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, time management, and ability to complete assigned work accurately with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication, professionalism, reliability, sound judgment, and flexibility to meet changing operational and seasonal needs.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands below are required to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Regularly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds with appropriate assistance or equipment.
• Stand and walk for most of the shift on varied surfaces; frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, climb stairs, and use approved step stools or ladders.
• Safely maneuver janitorial carts and equipment and perform repetitive grasping, gripping, and handling tasks.
• Have the functional vision, hearing, balance, coordination, and mobility needed to read safety information, recognize hazards, and perform assigned duties safely.
• Work indoors and outdoors in seasonal weather conditions and wear required personal protective equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors throughout winery, hospitality, and production-adjacent areas, with exposure to varying weather, wet or uneven surfaces, equipment activity, cleaning chemicals, dust, seasonal insects, winery odors, and alcohol products.
• The schedule may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during harvest and crush season, typically August through October.
• Employees must follow all posted safety, sanitation, access-control, and personal protective equipment requirements.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

• Side shield safety glasses, safety vest, head/ear protection and proper footwear when in production facility

WHAT WE OFFER At Bronco Wine Company, we understand that our success is driven by our talented, committed workforce. We value the contributions each employee makes to our achievements, and our aim is to offer a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive, helping us attract and retain top talent. Our Benefits are crafted to support the needs of our employees and their families, ensuring the package is simple to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D
• Voluntary life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Critical Illness
• Voluntary Accident & Injury
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K
• Paid time off

EEO STATEMENT: Bronco Wine Company is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic safeguarded by law. We are committed to cultivating an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Reasonable Accommodations: We will provide reasonable accommodation to assist individuals with disabilities in performing essential job functions. If you wish to apply for a position at Bronco Wine Company and require special assistance during the application process, or if you believe you do not meet the necessary qualifications for a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to discuss potential accommodations, please reach out to our Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io for further assistance or guidance.

Recruitment Agencies Bronco Wine Company does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bronco Wine Company is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.