Seasonal Labour (2024)
Job Description
Reporting to: Owners Anne and Marc Alton
About Alton Farms Estate Winery
Alton Farms Estate Winery is the pioneer estate winery and vineyard in Ontario’s emerging wine region, Huron Shores. Established in 2005, Alton Farms Estate Winery has seven acres of vineyard. We use sustainable practices in the vineyard and winery, and hand craft all our wines onsite. We provide a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Job Summary
The vineyard worker is responsible for pruning, hilling, un-hilling, weeding, cultivating, netting and other maintenance duties in the vineyard as needed during the seasons.
Hours are flexible to work with your other job (s), or retirement lifestyle, though daytime hours are required.
You are well organized, a self-starter, able to prioritize tasks, and juggle multiple tasks simultaneously. You are comfortable working independently or as a contributing partner to a larger team. You are adaptable and flexible to changing needs and priorities.
The vineyard worker role is a part-time position fitting a person who loves to work outside and has some spare time to help us maintain our vineyard. This role will work predominately outside. During the heat of the summer, this role tends to start earlier in the morning.
Essential Functions
- Pruning, hilling, un-hilling, weeding, cultivating, and netting crops
- Pest awareness and work with the owner, to control the pests.
- Conduct daily inspections on vehicles, tools and equipment; advise owner if any maintenance is required
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
- Comply with all farm policies and regulations
- Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations
- Perform other duties as directed by Owners Anne and Marc Alton
Experience and Qualifications
- Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
- Ability to work both independently with little supervision and as part of a team
- Ability to walk, stand, and crouch for long periods of time
- Enjoy working outdoors
- Driver’s license and own vehicle