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Equipment Operator

Devonian Coast Wineries, Wolfville, NS area

At Devonian Coast Wineries, we believe that making the best wines involves teamwork. We need you to help us make a difference. We are looking for the right individual to join our core Vineyard Team, working between our two Annapolis Valley locations

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

* Maintenance and repair of vineyard equipment and buildings

* Equipment operation (tractors, forklift, ATV, farm truck)

* OHS compliance at both sites and member of the OHS team

* Vineyard tasks as required (pulling wood, tying, planting, suckering, tucking, harvesting)

* Trellis maintenance *Snow removal at both sites

* Perform other duties as required

Skills required:

* Ability to work under pressure.

* Welding            

* Basic construction, electrical, plumbing & heating skills

* Ability to stand, walk, kneel and crouch for long periods

* Ability to work in extreme weather conditions

 * Ability to follow established procedure

* Ability to understand and follow all safety procedures

* Reading/writing

* Numeracy

* Manual dexterity * Record keeping and organization

Qualifications:

* Class 5 driver license with clean driver’s abstract

* Forklift license

* Tractor & farm equipment operation

* First Aid

* Whmis

* Pesticide Applicator license an asset

Additional details:

* Rate of Pay: To commensurate with experience

* Hours: 42.5-60+ (harvest) hours per week, Monday through Friday except during Harvest, as weather and work permit.

* Terms: Permanent, full-time, year round

* Start date: as soon as possible

* Training provided

* Reliable transportation required

If this opportunity inspires you please send your resume to: rgriffin@devoniancoast.ca with ‘Equipment Operator” in the subject line.

Only those selected will be contacted.