Harvest Cellar Technician | Abeja Inn and Vineyards (Seasonal)

Abeja is a one-of-a-kind destination for those seeking a truly special wine country experience. Located in Walla Walla on a serene 49-acres of estate vineyards, lavender fields and gardens, Abeja is a celebrated winery and distinctive Inn that creates a magical countryside oasis. Visitors will experience exclusive world-class Washington state wines, all crafted with care from the land, while staying in guest cottages that each share a different story about the rich history of the turn-of-the-century farmstead. The Abeja experience is created by people who are devoted to a continued pursuit of what they do best and an endless drive to do even better for wine enthusiasts and guests of The Inn.

The Harvest Cellar Technician position is a fantastic opportunity to get training and experience working in wine production from harvest through fermentation. We are looking for applicants that are excited about all aspects of harvest and able to be a positive member of the team. This position starts late August and runs through early October but is subject to some variability depending on weather.

Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you:
The Perks
*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status

Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, Retail & Partner Perks (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
“Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
Online Learning Platform to Help You Develop!

What you’ll do:
The Brass Tacks

Daily cleaning of winery and crush equipment, tanks and barrels.
Cap management-punch downs and pump-overs.
Barrel sanitation, hydration, and filling.
Racking wine from tank or barrel.
Completing accurate additions to wine.

The Nitty Gritty

Helps maintain a fun, safe, and inclusive work environment.
Previous experience, exposure, or interest in wine production.
Ability to work occasional long hours.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable working with ladders.
Forklift experience is always a bonus.
Previous harvest experience is a bonus but not required.
Ability to work well with a team or autonomously.
Ability to prioritize work efficiently.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.