Folino Estate is looking for an outstanding Farmhand / Vineyard Worker - personality with a passion to collaborate, bring culture and manage our extraordinary talent! We are looking to hire a hard-working, self-motivated, and high-energy individual to join our team.

This position requires an employee to be a self-starter and independent.

The Farmhand / Vineyard Worker will ensure compliance with country standards and maintain a high level of vine health and vineyard integrity.

Responsibilities :

Included but not limited to the following.

• The Company reserves the right to add to, delete, change or modify the essential duties and responsibilities at any time.
• Establish vineyards, pruning, tape trunks and canes, cluster thinning, leaf pulling
• Green fruit removal
• Help with installation of nets
• Hedging 2-3 times a year
• Lateral removal 1-2 times a year
• Estimate crop load
• Harvest grapes
• Spraying pesticides and maintaining the vineyard

Physical Requirements and Skills :

• Able to work ten hour-plus shifts, with extended standing / walking.
• Able to work in varying weather conditions
• Great time-management skills with the ability to multitask.
• Great interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across a multi-company organization.
• Sense of ownership and pride in personal performance and its impact on the success of Folino Estate.
• The ability to encourage co-workers to adhere to the standards of Folino Estate.

Required Qualifications :

• Vineyard or farm hand experience
• Must have experience driving a tractor
• Pesticide license is a plus, but must be willing to acquire it
• Solid track record of success in previous assignments demonstrating upward career tracking.
• Strong communication skills, bilingual in Spanish and / or Italian is a plus, but not required.
• Must be dependable, reliable, and self-motivated.

Benefits / Perks :

• Competitive compensation package
• Medical insurance options
• Company dining program
• Clear path for growth and career advancement

Last updated : 2024-04-23