Vineyard Technician
3 months ago
Vineyard Technician
We are looking for a motivated, self-starter to help us maintain 30+ acres of vineyard on an 80-acre Estate just outside of Grand Bend.
This role is fast-paced and primarily outdoors. You will perform a range of general farm labour, and groundskeeping duties and maintenance of vineyard and on-site gardens.
As a member of our team you will work well with others, be creative with excellent problem solving skills and a strong physical work ethic. You will be required to wear PPE appropriate to the task. You will have to work on your own without supervision and manage your time. Experience an asset
Responsibilities / Tasks
- Outdoor maintenance
- Landscaping
- Horticulture; Cleaning crop, Deleafing, Maintain and manage growth of vines, vine canopy and grapes
- Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops shoot positioning, Suckering **Tying ** Vertical farming system
- Weeding
- Harvest crops
- Operation of motorized vehicles,incl lawnmower
- Other duties as required
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Fast-paced environment
Repetitive tasks
Physically demanding, Manual labour
Attention to detail
Ability to distinguish between colours
Standing for extended periods
Walking, Bending, crouching, kneeling
Team player
Work site environment
- Outdoors
- Viticulture
- Dusty
- Hot Work setting
- Rural area
Wage $19/hr+ depending on experience. Full time seasonal.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Contract length: 4 months
**Salary**: $18.00-$20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-04-10