Vineyard & Farm Assistant — Outdoor, Full-Time (PTO)

Wine Industry Expo; Caldwell, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Huston Vineyards in Caldwell, Idaho is seeking a hands-on Vineyard and Farm Assistant to care for our vineyards, grounds, equipment and related properties. This full-time role involves outdoor work, irrigation checks, pruning, and general maintenance.

You'll work Monday–Friday around 40 hours, with winter snow-removal as needed. Experience in farming or landscaping is helpful; willingness to learn and take ownership is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in farming, landscaping, irrigation, or equipment operation preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to learn and follow a plan and take ownership.

Responsibilities

• Vineyard work: pruning, trellis work, shoot and cluster thinning, netting, mowing, and harvest activities.
• Irrigation and plant care: check irrigation systems, inspect emitters, clean filters, water plants, monitor ponds.
• Grounds maintenance: mow lawns, trim shrubs and trees, manage weeds, keep grounds clean and well maintained.
• Equipment care: operate tractors, utility vehicles, mowers, perform routine checks and basic maintenance.
• Property/winery support: organize shop, restock wine, set up/take down equipment for events.
• Seasonal upkeep: assist with winterization and snow-removal as needed.

Skills

Outdoor work

Irrigation

Equipment operation

Grounds maintenance

Pruning

Job description

Huston Vineyards in Caldwell, Idaho is seeking a hands-on Vineyard and Farm Assistant to care for our vineyards, grounds, equipment and related properties. This full-time role involves outdoor work, irrigation checks, pruning, and general maintenance.

You'll work Monday–Friday around 40 hours, with winter snow-removal as needed. Experience in farming or landscaping is helpful; willingness to learn and take ownership is essential.