Position Overview

Colterris Winery is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Cellar Technician / Enologist-in-Training to support daily winery operations while developing technical winemaking skills. This is a hands-on role that blends traditional cellar work with increasing exposure to lab work, data tracking, and winemaking decision-making.

The ideal candidate is dependable, curious, and eager to grow within a production-focused winery environment.

Key Responsibilities:


Cellar Operations (Core Duties):

-Tank and equipment cleaning (CIP and manual)

-Wine transfers, racking, and blending

-Barrel work: filling, topping, stirring, and maintenance

-Filtration and bottling line support

-Additions and adjustments (SO2, nutrients, fining agents, etc.)

-General cellar organization and sanitation

-Forklift operation (or willingness to learn)

-Assist with harvest operations (crush, press, fermentation management)

-Monitor fermentations (Brix, temperature, sensory checks)

-Support blending trials and bench work


Enology Development (Training Component):

-Perform basic lab analysis (pH, TA, SO2, etc.)

-Learn interpretation of lab data in winemaking decisions

-Assist winemaker with trials and evaluations

-Participate in tastings and quality control discussions


General Winery Support:

-Facility upkeep (including light landscaping such as mowing)

-Cross-functional help during busy periods (including tasting room/winery events)

-Miscellaneous tasks as needed in a small-team environment


Qualifications:

-Prior winery or cellar experience preferred

-Basic understanding of winemaking processes is a plus

-Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks

-Interest in growing into a more technical/enological role

-Ability to follow protocols and maintain attention to detail

-Forklift experience preferred (or willingness to become certified)

-Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work on feet for extended periods


Preferred Traits:

-“Gets it done” mentality without cutting corners

-Curiosity about why things are done, not just how

-Strong organizational habits

-Positive attitude during long harvest hours