Viticultural Technician
At Quails’ Gate Estate Winery, our vineyards are the foundation of everything we do—and the source of every bottle we craft. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, hands-on Viticultural Technician to join our Vineyard Operations team, supporting the monitoring of vine health, the management of irrigation, and the overall success of our vineyards.
This is a year-round opportunity, offering the chance to grow your career in viticulture alongside a passionate, experienced team dedicated to quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
What You’ll Do:
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Support vineyard scouting and monitoring for pest and disease management across estate, leased, and grower vineyards
- Monitor soil moisture and vine water status; support irrigation scheduling, maintenance, and repairs
- Collect and manage vineyard data, including crop estimates, vine metrics, and cluster weights
- Support Sustainable Winegrowing BC data collection and reporting
- Assist with vineyard trials, research, and new vineyard development
- Support fertigation programs, including calibration and mixing
- Perform hands-on vineyard work, including pruning, training, thinning, harvesting, and planting
Contribute to a safe, collaborative, and high-performing team environment
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What You Bring:
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Diploma in Viticulture, Horticulture, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in viticulture or horticulture
- Experience with vineyard scouting and pest/disease monitoring
- Strong understanding of vine water status and irrigation systems
- Detail-oriented with accurate data collection and reporting skills
- Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to work outdoors in all conditions
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Valid Class 5 driver’s license
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Assets:
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Degree in Viticulture, Horticulture, or related field
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Spanish/English bilingual skills
- Pesticide applicator certificate
Experience with irrigation installation and maintenance
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Employee Benefits:
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Comprehensive benefits program
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Team member preferred pricing on dining & merchandise
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Complimentary tours and tastings
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Employee Education Programs
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Team member appreciation events
Why Join Us?
At Quails’ Gate, you’ll gain hands-on experience across diverse vineyard sites, contribute to work that directly impacts wine quality, and be part of a team that takes pride in growing something exceptional—from the ground up. For those looking to build a long-term career in viticulture, this role offers the opportunity to develop your skills and grow into more advanced vineyard and technical roles over time.
