Vineyard Worker

Vineyard Worker
Hunter Farms Ltd.

Type of Work: Full-time, Seasonal

Hours of Work: 40 – 60 hours per week

Wage: $17.95 per hour

Contract Duration: April 1st – October 31st

 

The Vineyard Worker role offers the opportunity to work outdoors in a dynamic environment, contributing directly to the growth and maintenance of the vineyard. We rely on the knowledge and dedication of the vineyard laborer to help prepare the vineyards for the harvest season. You will perform a variety of hands-on tasks, maintenance to the canopies and grapes, pruning, tying, weeding, clipping, planting, cultivating, fertilizing and spraying the crops.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with planting, pruning, and harvesting grapevines to ensure healthy growth and optimal yield
• Mix fertilizer; fertilize and spray crops
• Clear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens and other work areas
• Guide growing shoots into optimal development positions
• Maintain and manage growth of vines, vine canopy and grapes
• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops; cut crops; harvest crops
• Remove manually all suckers and water sprouts
• Tie and secure plants
• Weeding
• Write daily basic progress reports
• Clean work area
• Operate and maintain farm machinery such as tractors, sprayers, and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently
• Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry
• Examine product for quality and its readiness for the market
• Use hand tools and power tools for tasks like trellising, tying vines, and general maintenance work
• Support soil preparation activities including fertilization, weed control, and soil testing
• Perform heavy lifting of supplies, equipment, or harvested grapes as required throughout the workday

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of horticulture principles or farming practices preferred but not required; willingness to learn is essential
• Mechanical knowledge or experience operating farm machinery is highly desirable
• Ability to handle heavy lifting safely and work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Familiarity with irrigation systems and basic maintenance tasks is a plus
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment with proper safety precautions
• Strong attention to detail with good basic math skills for measurements and record keeping
• Physically fit with the stamina to stand, walk, bend, lift heavy objects, and perform manual labor throughout the day

How to Apply: 

Please deliver resume in person, or email resume to hunterfarms304@gmail.com.

Join us in shaping a successful harvest season! We’re dedicated to providing a supportive environment where hardworking individuals can thrive while contributing to the art of winemaking. All roles are paid positions that value your effort and commitment.

 

Bill 149: Disclosure of AI use in the hiring process: AI is not being used in the hiring process.