Technician, Viticulture

Mission Hill Family Estate; West Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned vineyard operation is looking for a Summer Viticulture Technician to assist in implementing the viticulture program across various vineyard locations. This position involves outdoor work, data collection for crop management, and support during harvesting. Ideal candidates have a background in Viticulture or natural sciences, are attentive to detail, and passionate about wine. Comprehensive training and potential accommodation are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Potential onsite accommodation

Discounts on winery tours and experiences

Qualifications

• Comfortable working outdoors, alone, and under various weather conditions.
• Having or working towards a degree or diploma in Viticulture/Oenology or natural sciences is preferred.
• Proficient computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Valid driver's license and own transportation.
• Ability to operate an ATV or willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Field work and data collection for crop yield forecasting.
• Scouting for Integrated Pest Management.
• Assessing vine water status.
• Assisting with internal research trials.
• Performing maturity sampling near harvest.

Skills

Comfortable working outdoors

Reliable communication

Attention to detail

Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook

Interest in wine and viticulture

Education

Degree, diploma, or certificate in Viticulture/Oenology or natural sciences

Job description

Viticulture Technician

Contract: May - October 2026

Sebastian Farms

Locations: Oliver/Osoyoos, British Columbia, Canada

Spend your summer working under certified Viticulturists and experience our vineyards during the busy Okanagan growing season. As our Summer Viticulture Technician, you will be responsible for assisting in the implementation of the viticulture program for our vineyards in the South Okanagan Valley.

Sebastian Farms is a family owned, vineyard operation growing premium organic grapes for a collection of our wineries throughout the Okanagan Valley. Our operation spans across valley with vineyards located in Lake Country, Kelowna, West Kelowna, Naramata, Oliver, Osoyoos, and the Similkameen Valley. Our viticulture program is dedicated to growing premium quality grapes, infusing sustainability into every aspect of our vineyards, and investing in the Canadian wine region.

A Day in the Life of Our Summer Vit Tech

• Field work and data collection for crop yield forecasting
• Scouting and data collection for our Integrated Pest Management program
• Field work and data collection for assessing vine water status.
• Assist with internal research trials.
• Assist with some aspects of new development.
• Maturity sampling closer to and during harvest
• Petiole and soil sampling as required.
• Office work when needed.

What You Bring

• Must be comfortable working outdoors, working alone, and under various weather conditions.
• Having or working towards a degree, diploma, or certificate in a certified Viticulture/Oenology or natural sciences program is preferred.
• Reliable and communicative
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Valid driver's license and transportation
• Genuine interest in wine and viticulture is necessary.
• Ability to operate an ATV or comfortable with learning to do so (training will be provided)

What’s In It For You

• Comprehensive training and access to extensive wine knowledge
• Potential for onsite accommodation for a minimal fee
• Discounts on tours, experiences, tastings, and restaurants at our estate wineries including Mission Hill Family Estate, CedarCreek Estate Winery, Martin’s Lane Winery, Road 13 Vineyards, Red Barn Winery, Liquidity, and Checkmate Artisanal Winery

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