Operator, Equipment - Viticulture
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Full Time
Arterra Wines Canada
Oliver,
British Columbia
Job Description:
Arterra Wines Canada Western Viticulture Department is a multi-farm operation with properties spanning across the South Okanagan from Osoyoos to Summerland. We farm over 1000 acres of vineyards containing a wide range of grape varieties, soil types and growing conditions. Our culturally diverse team consists of over 150 field workers split over multiple crews and locations. We are always looking to expand our team to include dedicated, hardworking applicants who wish to build a career in the farming industry.
We are currently recruiting for a qualified individual to fill the position of Equipment Operator based out of our central vineyards in Oliver, BC. Our organization has an industry leading leadership team; a collaborative working environment full of determination and success; and a structure which offers best in class training and development to our team members.
Job Tasks:
- Operating a range of vineyard equipment and implements including:
- Tractors
- Mowers
- Hedgers
- Fertilizer Spreaders
- Sprayers
- Leaf Removers
- Operating double row equipment where necessary
- Calibrating sprayers
- Maintaining accurate spray records
- Routine equipment maintenance
Job Requirements:
- 1 year / season with Arterra Wines Canada or a similar role with another company
- Communicates effectively in English (verbally & in writing)
- Ability to take direction and learn new skills
- Ability to work independently & in a team environment
- Ability to work long hours and weekends when required
- Attention to detail
- Maintains a positive attitude
- Works with a safety mindset
Qualifications Considered an Assets:
- 3 years of relevant experience
- Valid pesticide applicators certificate
- Forklift ticket
- Level 1 first aid