RENAULT WINERY & RESORT
PLUMBER
The culture at Renault Winery is built on our shared core Vivamee Values JOY, HUMILITY, & MINISTRY. JOY means that we are a true team that enjoys serving others and winning together. We have a healthy sense of pride in a job well done. HUMILITY means that we recognize the infinite dignity of each other (both team members & guests) and that we seek to be helpful to everyone no matter what is asked. Additionally, we are not afraid to ask for help or admit when we make a mistake. MINISTRY means that we know that our spirit of hospitality can be a true gift for our guests. We realize the purpose of our daily tasks and duties must be to deliver kindness and love, and that this power of intentionality has the capacity to revive the souls of our guests and our team. We hire, fire, reward, and praise our team members based on these characteristics, so it is essential that you share these core values in order to be a part of our wonderful team.
Come join a fun team with an amazing culture while working in a beautiful environment!
Renault Winery is a recognized New Jersey State Historical site and the second oldest operating winery in the United States. The property currently consists of our hotel, Chateau Renault, our golf course, Vineyard National at Renault, a restaurant, House of Renault, a cafe, Cafe La Fleur, and of course our historic winery, which includes the largest wine tasting room on the east coast. Today, Renault Winery has recently been acquired by VIVÂMEE Hospitality, with plans to offer a complete revitalization to this beautiful property, pursuant to the original vision of Louis Renault.
Perks for being a Renault team member:
Free Golf
Benefits for Full-time team members
Discounted merchandise and dining
Exciting work culture
More perks coming soon
Overview
The Commercial Maintenance Plumber is responsible for the maintenance, and repair of all plumbing systems across Renault Winery’s 63-room hotel, bar, and outdoor venues. This role supports guest rooms, restaurants/bars, event spaces, and back-of-house operations through proactive maintenance, fast response to issues, and close coordination with the facilities and hospitality teams.
Key Responsibilities
Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on domestic hot and cold water, sanitary, small boilers, pumps and storm systems serving guest rooms, public restrooms, kitchens, bars, and outdoor venues.
Maintain and repair plumbing fixtures and equipment including toilets, sinks, showers, tubs, urinals, kitchen and bar sinks, mop sinks, floor drains, ice machines, ejector / grinder systems and dishwashers.
Inspect, maintain, and repair water heaters, recirculation systems, pumps, filters, and related controls to ensure consistent hot water and reliable service during peak occupancy and events.
Respond quickly to work orders and emergencies such as leaks, clogs, sewer backups, overflows, low water pressure, and temperature complaints in guest rooms, event spaces, and common areas.
Perform regular drain cleaning and blockage prevention in high-use areas including bars, banquet kitchens, and outdoor venues.
Inspect, test and maintain backflow prevention devices and other protection systems in accordance with code and property standards.
Support outdoor venues by maintaining hose bibs, irrigation-related plumbing, and drainage for patios, tents, and seasonal event spaces.
Coordinate system shutdowns and tie-ins for room renovations, event space upgrades, and capital projects on the property.
Ensure all work complies with plumbing codes, health department requirements, and resort safety policies.
Communicate effectively with front desk, housekeeping, culinary, bar, and events to schedule work, minimize guest impact, and support event timelines.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a plumbing apprenticeship or trade/technical program preferred.
Valid New Jersey plumbing license (journeyman or higher, as applicable).
5+ years of commercial plumbing experience; hospitality, hotel, resort, or food-and-beverage/winery experience strongly preferred.
Familiarity with sanitation and health codes as they relate to commercial kitchens, bars, and beverage production areas.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, and equipment manuals.
Experience using preventive maintenance programs and electronic work order systems.
Strong customer-focused attitude and professional communication skills for a guest-facing resort environment.
Ability to work in tight spaces, mechanical rooms, and outdoor environments; able to lift and move equipment as needed.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations to support events and peak seasons.
Schedule and Work Environment
Full-time, on-site at Renault Winery Resort, covering hotel, bar, winery, and outdoor event spaces.
Standard shift with rotating on-call responsibilities for after-hours and emergency calls, especially during weddings, large events, and peak occupancy.
Benefits
Competitive pay based on experience and license level.
Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).
Renault Winery Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In Compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, Renault may provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.