Job description
Kuhlman Cellars is a boutique winery in the heart of the Texas Hill Country dedicated to creating high quality wines with unwavering balance and complexity. We are looking for a team member to support us with wine growing and winemaking during the Harvest Season on our award winning estate.
Job Description
The Cellar/Vineyard Team Member is responsible for general winery work in the cellar and in the vineyard. Ideal candidates have experience/knowledge of basic viticulture and/or basic winemaking. The Harvest Intern will be required to work a flexible schedule with some long days and weekend work to be expected.
Essential Duties:
Cellar
•  Cleaning and sanitizing winery equipment and the winery
•  Racking/pumping of juice and wine; moving hoses and equipment
•  Filling, topping, and other barrel work
•  Obtaining lab samples
•  Operating crusher, press, filter, and other harvest equipment
•  Making additions including SO2, nutrients, and inoculations
•  Follow and observe all safe cellar practices
Vineyard
•  Execute pruning, training, and canopy management
•  Manage vineyard floor and Estate grounds
•  Assist with irrigation maintenance, as well as the application and removal of bird netting
•  Be present for Estate harvests
•  Follow and observe all safe vineyard procedures
Job Qualifications
•  Must be legally able to work in the United States
•  Ability to lift 50 pounds
•  Ability to stand, climb, and withstand physically challenging work for extended periods
•  Forklift certification encouraged, but not required.
•  Be hands on and have a positive attitude; Teamwork is essential
•  Prior experience and wine knowledge is appreciated but not required.
•  Communicating effectively with good skills in reading, writing, and basic math.
•  Degree in Viticulture/Enology is appreciated but not required
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Salary: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
•  Employee discount
Schedule:
•  Monday to Friday. Harvest hours may include long days and weekends and are frequently unpredictable
Ability to commute/relocate:
•  Stonewall, TX 78671: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
•  Vineyard: 1 year (Preferred)
•  Cellar: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person