vineyard worker

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Town of Oxford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in agriculture is seeking individuals for outdoor work related to grape cultivation. Responsibilities include managing the growth of vines and harvesting crops. Candidates should have a strong physical ability and no formal education requirements. The role involves working in a rural setting and contributes to Canada's green job initiatives, with benefits like free parking and training provided by the employer.

Benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• 1 to less than 7 months of experience in crop management, particularly grapes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and perform repetitive tasks.
• Knowledge of green job practices and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Guide growing shoots into optimal development positions.
• Maintain and manage growth of vines, vine canopy, and grapes.
• Harvest crops and tie plants securely.

Skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Knowledge of viticulture

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Tractor

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Green job

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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net‑zero target.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Viticulture

Work setting

• Rural area

Responsibilities

• Guide growing shoots into optimal development positions


• Maintain and manage growth of vines, vine canopy and grapes


• Mixing fertilizer


• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops


• Remove manually all suckers and water sprouts


• Tie and secure plants


• Fertilize and spray crops


• Harvest crops


• Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry

Experience and specialization

Type of crops: Grapes

Equipment and machinery experience

• Tractor

Specialization or experience

• Green economy sector

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast‑paced environment


• Repetitive tasks


• Physically demanding


• Hand‑eye co‑ordination


• Standing for extended periods


• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer