What are the responsibilities and job description for the Harvest Cellar Technician - Stonestreet Winery position at Jackson Family Wines?
Job Posting: Harvest Cellar Technician
Location: Alexander Valley, California
Duration: Harvest Season (Approx. August to October)
https://www.stonestreetwines.com/
Join the Stonestreet Estate Vineyards Production Team for the 2025 harvest! Located in Alexander Valley, we source our fruit from world-class estate vineyards in Sonoma County to produce primarily: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc wines. Other varietals we work with include Petit Verdot, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Semillon Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Gris, and Malvasia Bianca. We focus on producing high quality signal vineyard designate wines maintaining separation of each vineyard block, showcasing the unique characteristics of each other.
Successful candidates will be exposed to a wide range of tasks and learning a variety of ultra-premium winemaking techniques. We are seeking team-oriented, hardworking, self-starters with a high attention to detail.
Under the general direction of the Cellarmaster, the seasonal winery workers are responsible for the following duties, including but no limited to:
- Cleaning, sanitizing, and sterilizing all winery equipment and facility
- Red fermentation management – pump overs, punch downs, rack & returns, temperatures
- Racking and pumping of juice and wine
- Barrel work including filling, topping, stirring and racking
- Obtaining lab samples from tank and barrels
- Operating crush pad equipment
- Forklift operation moving barrels and bins
- Following and observing all safe cellar practices
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor
- Use senses to detect problems or off-odors
We are looking for team players, wanting to learn more about the winemaking process in a fun, fast-paced environment. We provide weekly harvest lunches and safety incentives.
Background and Experience
Prior winery and vineyard experience and/or education in related field preferred. Must have ability to communicate effectively in English with good skills in reading, writing, and basic math. Must be able to work safely around equipment, electrical outlets, and chemicals. Individuals selected for this position must be reliable, detail-oriented, and have a good work ethic. Must be able to work varying shifts, weekends and overtime as needed particularly during the harvest season. Must be able to provide proof of ability to work in the United States.
Requirements
- Willingness to work long hours and in various weather conditions typical during harvest season.
- Strong physical stamina for lifting, bending, and working outdoors.
- Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Strong communication skills and ability to adapt to new environments.
Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to reach with hands and arms, sit, walk, climb, stand, kneel, and regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Pay Scale
$18.50 - $21.00 - $23.50
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At Jackson Family Wines, we respect, celebrate, and take pride in each other’s differences. Together we nurture a culture that embraces fairness, acceptance and belonging. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our best innovation, enrich our employees, and connect us to our customers and global community. We aspire to evolve in our commitment for a better future and one that is rooted for good.
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