Position Purpose

Under general supervision, the Grower Relations Intern is primarily responsible for monitoring grower vineyards to meet specific program objectives.

Accountable for providing viticulture information necessary for grape assessments, and guidance to growers.

Essential Duties

• Monitors grower vineyards for pests, diseases, fruit soundness, and other cultural practices associate with viticulture
• Monitors grower harvest, as needed and collects maturity samples during harvest
• Maintains GPS units, vineyard map books, and ArcView / Vineyard Block Information Systems
• Coordinates grape sample processing through the North Coast facility
• Ensures all DFW safety and other policies are implemented and adhered to.
• Monitors inventory of half ton macro bins
• Other duties may be assigned

Non-Essential Duties

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

Some college work in Viticulture, Enology, or related field is preferred. Experience working in the agricultural field with comparable hands-on practical experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Must be detail and multi-task oriented
• Proficient in the use of MS Office based environment, (Word, Outlook, Excel, and other software applications). Familiarization with winemaking regions, appellations, varieties, climates, terroir, and how they relate to variation of growing practices
• Thorough understanding of viticulture and winemaking
• Ability to work in a fast paced dynamic environment
• Must be willing to follow and lead when necessary
• Follow direction and lead others by example
• Must be able to work flexible hours, days, and shifts during harvest, including early morning hours and some weekends
• Must be able to walk and travel through vineyards (uneven terrain)

Certificates and Licenses

Acceptable driving history with a valid Driver’s License

Working Conditions

• Uneven terrain in vineyard environment
• Protected Heights
• Drives Company assigned vehicle for work purposes only
• Exposed to dust, fumes and gases, and other vineyard hazards, such as pesticide exposure, reptiles and / or insects

Work Standards

• Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships
• Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner
• Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training
• Follows all Company policies and procedures

Additional Comments

Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

California Pay Transparency Disclaimer : This is a Non-Exempt position. The pay range for this position is $20.00 to $23.

00. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity and alignment with market data.

Delicato Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Last updated : 2024-06-22