Vintage Cellar Hand
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Contract
Oliver BC,
British Columbia
The Role:
Arterra Wines Canada Oliver Production Facility is a full-service operation from harvest through to final distribution; operating year-round and producing some of the industry’s most awarded wines. As a Vintage Cellar Hand, you will work closely with our Winemaking team during the harvest season in the creation of our award winning wines.
Key Responsibilities:
Grape processing: Grape and juice reception, destemming, crushing, and pressing.
Fermentation management: Inoculations, nutrient additions, sampling, pump overs, punch downs, sugar monitoring, and digging out of fermenters.
Cellar work: Barrel work, racking, product transfers, product blending, and product additions.
Cellar sanitation: Tank & barrel cleaning, and general cleaning of facility and winery equipment.
Follow all safety procedures as directed by standard operating procedures.
Work order completion and compliance.
Safe operation of cellar forklift and other winery equipment (training provided).
Inventory control.
Job Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess:
High school diploma minimum
Strong commitment to quality with attention to detail
Strong team player
Good problem-solving abilities along with basic logistic skills required
Ability to work shifts/weekends
Knowledge of safe cellar practices, including safe handling of chemicals
Ability to be trained in confined space entry and forklift operation
Knowledge of winery cellar operating procedures
Ability to understand and perform mathematic calculations
Ability to lift 55 lbs.
Ability to work at heights
Additional Information
Your own transportation is required
You will need a valid work permit for Canada (Canadian Working Holiday Visa) \ No labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) will be undertaken
Target dates for employment would be August 26th to November 23th
Limited accommodations available
How to Apply:
To apply please email your cover letter and resume to Alexis Greskiw, Human Resources & Operations Coordinator: [email protected]