Assistant Vineyard Manager

The Ron Rubin Winery is looking for an Assistant Vineyard Manager to work alongside the Vineyard Manager at the family's 10-acre estate vineyards and winery in Sebastopol, CA. The winery produces a range of Russian River chardonnays and pinot noirs. The Assistant Vineyard Manager position is a hands-on role, focused on performing daily vineyard tasks, including cultivation, suckering and shoot thinning, leaf removal, trellis maintenance, irrigation and frost protection, replanting, and harvesting.  Hours vary according to the season and will include some weekend and nighttime work.

Essential Functions:

• Work with Vineyard Manager to execute farming plan in accordance with production and winemaking guidance
• Assist and work with vineyard contractors/seasonal workers as directed by Vineyard Manager
• Assist with recordkeeping for crop and historical farm data including labor, water, pesticides, yields
• Acquire and maintain current CA Pesticide Applicator's License (if appropriate)
• Assist with property maintenance, including agricultural buildings and storage areas

Position Requirements:

• Degree in viticulture, ideally from UC Davis
• Functional Spanish and English (Verbal and Written)
• Must possess a valid California DMV driver's license with clean driving record

Preferred Experience:

• 1 year experience in vineyard or farming operations

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift and move loads up to 50 pounds
• Full body mobility: standing, sitting, climbing stairs and ladders

Competencies:

• A strong and proven work ethic
• Must be self-starting and reliable
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed

Current Openings for Assistant Vineyard Manager Jobs at River Road Vineyards