Vineyard Assistant
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Full Time
Hidden Bench Vineyards & Winery
Beamsville,
Ontario
Hidden Bench Vineyards and Winery, a quality focused premium winery situated in Beamsville Ontario, has an opening for an entry level position Vineyard Assistant.
The successful candidate will report to the Vineyard Manager and will be actively involved and tasked with, amongst others, the following:
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Tractor operations, which will include spraying, grape hoeing, hedging, mowing, soil cultivation, sowing cover crops and other mechanized operations.
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Assisting with supervision of contract workers in the vineyards will also be required on an ongoing basis.
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You will also be an integral part of the pruning operations in the winter months.
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Other responsibilities will include general maintenance around the three vineyards which we own, as well as vehicle and implement maintenance under supervision of the vineyard manager.
The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented and accurate, with good communication skills and a positive can do attitude.
We are looking for a high energy, self-motivated, responsible individual. An individual who can work well in a team scenario, as well as independently. A person who is willing to learn and who is able to work extended hours when required. This position entails working long hours during the growing season, as well as working outside in cold conditions in the winter months and hot conditions in the summer.
The ideal candidate will have previous farming experience or an education in viticulture. A working knowledge of Spanish would be an asset. Basic mechanical skills would also be beneficial as this is a hands on position.
A valid driver’s license is an ongoing requirement for this position.
This is a full time career oriented position, with the opportunity for career growth for the right candidate.
For more information regarding this position or to submit your resume in confidence, please e-mail Joel Williams at [email protected] or for further information please visit our website www.hiddenbench.com