Harvest/Cellar Technician
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Contract
Penticton,
British Columbia
HARVEST STAFF
Encore Vineyards Ltd. is looking for a passionate and motived individual to join the winemaking team in beautiful Penticton, British Columbia.
A bit about us…ENCORE Vineyards Ltd., a progressive Okanagan-based company, is home to a number of wine brands, providing a host of wines and hospitality service. The ENCORE team is led by president and CEO Harry McWatters, a 48-year veteran of the British Columbia wine industry and the company is known for its labels including TIME Winery, Evolve Cellars and McWatters Collection. In 2016, ENCORE Vineyards expands, with new projects that further celebrate the spirit of the South Okanagan.
QUALIFICATIONS
Skills
· Detail Oriented, hard working and enthusiastic
· Reliable with strong manual skills
· Ability to work independently and team oriented
· Good organizational, listening and problem solving skills
Education
· Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
Work Experience
· One year experience in cellar operations
· One year forklift operating experience, preferably in a winery/brewery environment
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties include, but not limited to:
· Responsible for all wine processing as per winemaking procedures
· Ensure accurate additions of dry goods to juice/wine are made under the direction of a winemaker
· Capable of lifting 50 lbs
· Familiar with Health and Safety legislation policies, procedures and practices
· Ability to work in various weather conditions and within a flexible work schedule (harvest)
If this opportunity interests you, please contact me directly at (250) 488-1154 or forward your resume to [email protected]
Lawrence Buhler
Director of Winemaking
Encore Vineyards Ltd.