Vineyard worker

Tantalus Vineyards situated in Kelowna, BC is seeking applications for the job position of Vineyard worker who are enthusiastic and possess excellent interpersonal skills. The successful candidate for this position is expected to start work as quickly as possible. The role being offered is Seasonal employment or Full time job. The shift timings for this position include the Day, Weekend, Flexible Hours, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: Tantalus Vineyards
Position: Vineyard worker
No. of vacancies: 6
Salary: $16.75 to $18.50 hourly (to be negotiated) / 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: Kelowna, BC

Job Description

• The candidate will be responsible for deleafing.
• The candidate will be responsible for maintaining and managing growth of vines, vine canopy and grapes.
• The candidate will be responsible for shoot positioning.
• The candidate must be familiar with soil fertility programs.
• The candidate will be responsible for suckering.
• The candidate will be responsible tying.
• The candidate will be responsible for weeding.
• The candidate must harvest crops.
• The candidate must operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• The candidate must detect disease and health issues in crops, livestock, and poultry.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.

Green job

The employer claimed that this is a green job because the position:

• Includes duties and responsibilities that result in positive environmental outcomes.

Work site environment

• The type of farm operation is viticulture.
• The candidate must be willing to work in hazardous conditions.
• The candidate must be able to work in wet/damp, dusty, hot, and cold/refrigerated conditions.
• The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• The products are perennials.

Type of crops

• The crops are grapes.

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.

How to Apply

If you have a keen interest in applying, kindly utilize the provided alternatives to submit your application.

By fax

250-764-0771 ext. 0000