Winebusiness.com - Homepage for the Wine Industry
Created and Managed by Wine Business

winejobs > job details

Vineyard Manager

Tri Valley Vineyard Management

Healdsburg, CA

Apply

Job Description:

Tri-Valley Vineyard Management is a vineyard management company working primarily in the Healdsburg, Geyserville area. We’re seeking a very organized and motivated Vineyard Manager to join our management team. This position will be hands-on, working together with other vineyard managers overseeing the day-to-day management operations and development of multiple vineyards.

Key Responsibilities of this position:
•  Ensure that the day-to-day vineyard operations are completed safely and efficiently within our production and quality goals, understanding the importance of leadership, teamwork and respect.
•  Work closely with vineyard staff to coordinate activities of labor crews, equipment operators and other related personnel.
•  Help schedule spray applications.
•  Help schedule irrigation and fertilization applications.
•  Oversee the development and implementation of short- and long-term planning.
•  Monitor vine development to ensure that fruit quality and production are achieved.
•  Oversee the management of workforce training and performance.
•  Oversee the implementation of safety and compliance programs.
•  Promote the evolution and advancement of our operations.

Must have experience with the following:
•  Managing multiple vineyard labor crews.
•  Vineyard safety and compliance.
•  Operation of wheel tractors, crawlers and other farm equipment.
•  Basic tractor repair & maintenance.
•  Basic farm equipment repair & maintenance.
•  Cultivation and mowing of vineyards
•  Scheduling and application of fungicides, herbicides and pesticides. PCA or QAL a plus.
•  Trellis installation and maintenance.
•  Irrigation scheduling, operation, installation and maintenance.
•  Frost protection and irrigation of vineyards.
•  Planting, pruning, tying and training of grapevines.
•  Vineyard harvesting.
•  Training of personnel.
•  Keeping all valid records of vineyard operations.

Requirements:
•  A minimum of five (5) years hands-on experience in all phases of viticulture, vineyard management and development.
•  Good planning and organizational skills, including budgeting responsibility.
•  Ability to determine the most efficient and effective use of personnel and equipment in order to meet quality standards.
•  Good written and oral communication skills.
•  Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Outlook).
•  Ability to manage changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.
•  Proficiency in Spanish/basic English
•  Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
•  Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
•  Willingness to drive to various vineyard locations in Sonoma County.
•  Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, seasonal night duties, and periodic overtime.
•  Willingness to assist company directors with other duties as assigned.
•  Must have a valid CA Driver’s License, with clean DMV record. CDL a plus.


Salary Information:
Company offers competitive salary and excellent benefits
Salary Range: $85,000 to $135,000

Please attach Resumé and salary requirements.

casey@tvvm.net or

TVVM
P.O. Box 1489
Healdsburg, CA 95448


We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and all resumes will be held confidential. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Create a Job Alert

Receive an email alert when similar new jobs are posted. It's free, fast and easy.

Create Alert

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
Thursday, June 18th
Type of Work:
Full Time
Job Category:
Job Level:
Senior
Compensation:
$85,OOO.OO ‍−‌ $135,OOO.OO