Power Line Technician Pre-Apprentice

fortis bc; Oliver; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits program

Training & Development

CSR initiatives

Job summary

FortisBC is seeking a Winery Cellar Hand for the Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate Winery. This full-time, seasonal contract runs April 1 to September 30, 2026, with hands-on cellar duties and adherence to safety standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and the ability to perform tasks outdoors and in a fast-paced production setting. Training will be provided for equipment operation and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong commitment to quality with attention to detail.
• Candidate must be hands on, dependable, and self-starting.
• Good problem-solving abilities along with basic logistic skills required.
• Ability to be trained and work in confined space entry process and procedures.
• Ability to work outside up to 50% of the time outside, sometimes at heights greater than 20ft.
• Knowledge of winery cellar operating procedures, including safe handling of additions and cleaning chemicals.
• Teamwork and customer service skills.
• Ability to work shift work including early mornings, evenings, and possibly weekends.
• Ability to understand and perform mathematic calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Cellar work: racking, product transfers, product blending, product filtering, sampling and product additions.
• Cellar sanitation: Tank cleaning, equipment cleaning, and general cleaning of facility.
• Follow all safety protocols as directed by standard operating procedures.
• Work order completion and compliance.
• Safe operation of cellar forklift and other winery equipment (training provided).
• Inventory and lot control.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Mathematical calculations

Hands-on

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Status: Full-Time, Contract (April 1 to September 30, 2026)

Compensation: $21 - $27 / hr commensurate with experience.

We are currently recruiting for self-motivated individuals to fill the positions of Winery Cellar Hand based out of our Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate Winery. This is an ideal position for someone who thrives in a team environment and enjoys keeping active and hands-on with their daily tasks.

Our winery is a full-service operation from harvest through to final distribution; operating year-round and producing some of the industry’s most awarded wines. Our organization emphasizes a collaborative working environment, offering the systems and structure to support our continued growth and employment opportunities.

Why Join Us?

• We offer competitive pay, benefits program and full-time hours on a year-round basis
• Learn and grow your career with Training & Development programs
• An organization that cares about Corporate Social Responsibility

Key Responsibilities

• Cellar work: racking, product transfers, product blending, product filtering, sampling and product additions.
• Cellar sanitation: Tank cleaning, equipment cleaning, and general cleaning of facility.
• Follow all safety protocols as directed by standard operating procedures.
• Work order completion and compliance.
• Safe operation of cellar forklift and other winery equipment (training provided).
• Inventory and lot control.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong commitment to quality with attention to detail.
• Candidate must be hands on, dependable, and self-starting.
• Good problem-solving abilities along with basic logistic skills required.
• Ability to be trained and work in confined space entry process and procedures.
• Ability to work outside up to 50% of the time outside, sometimes at heights greater than 20ft.
• Knowledge of winery cellar operating procedures, including safe handling of additions and cleaning chemicals.
• Teamwork and customer service skills.
• Ability to work shift work including early mornings, evenings, and possibly weekends.
• Ability to understand and perform mathematic calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.