Vineyard Technician

Socket.dev; Town of Romulus (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Swedish Hill Winery in New York is seeking a Vineyard Technician to join our outdoor vineyard team, supporting vine health from bud to harvest and collaborating with our winery crew to ensure high-quality fruit.

The role emphasizes hands-on work outdoors in varying weather, equipment maintenance, and precise, clean practices to maintain quality. Experience is preferred; associate degree in Viticulture is ideal.

Qualifications

• Previous vineyard experience preferred.
• Basic math and computer literacy required.
• Wine knowledge helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Be willing to work in any weather conditions; this is primarily an outdoor job all year round.
• Maintain equipment as needed
• Perform all duties with the highest standard of quality and cleanliness.

Skills

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Math & computer literacy

Wine knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Viticulture

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Swedish Hill Winery

Join Our Vineyard Team

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Vineyard Technician to join our winery team and play an important role in producing high-quality grapes from vine to harvest. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in detailed work, and has an interest in viticulture and the winemaking process. The Vineyard Technician will work closely with our vineyard and winery teams to maintain healthy vines, support seasonal vineyard operations, and help ensure the quality and consistency of our fruit.

Essential Job Functions

• Be willing to work in any weather conditions; this is primarily an outdoor job all year round.
• Maintain equipment as needed
• Perform all duties with the highest standard of quality and cleanliness.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Education/Experience

• Any previous vineyard experience is preferred
• An associate's degree in Viticulture or a related field is ideal
• The desire to produce quality grapes for wine production
• Wine knowledge is helpful but not required
• Basic mathematical and computer literacy

Work Schedule

This position will require days, nights, weekends, and flexibility to work at our other locations. Longer hours are required during the Harvest period.