Viticulturist, Technician - Rober Mondavi Winery (To Kalon Vineyards)

Job Description

Constellation Brands is a leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy. Our mission is to build brands that people love, pushing boundaries to think beyond today because we believe that elevating human connections is Worth Reaching For. Our Wine & Spirits Division strives to lead the high-end market with a world-class portfolio of premium and fine wines and craft spirits that reflect authenticity, passion, and uncompromising standards—from soil to glass. Our success is powered by a high-performing, entrepreneurial team that moves with agility, works collaboratively, and is driven to win while growing their careers in a dynamic, rewarding environment.

 

Position Summary

This position will assist with the execution of certified organic as well as sustainable viticulture programs in our premium Napa Valley vineyards. Working with the Viticulture and Operations Management Teams to monitor and evaluate viticulture practices including pest control, fertilizers, irrigation, crop estimation, data collection, and vine management. This position reports to the vineyard manager and provides excellent exposure to the larger world of Grape Management as well as additional cross functional collaborators including Winemaking.

Responsibilities

• Collection and organization of viticulture data

• Interpreting viticulture data with vineyard management team

• Supporting sustainability, organic and other compliance programs

• Attend relevant viticulture seminars and continuing education to stay current on vineyard issues

• Build and maintain culture of health and safety.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to work extended shifts including weekends and overtime

• Strong written/verbal communication skills in English

• Ability to work independently

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Advanced communication and computer skills, MS Office

• BS degree in Ag related field of study.

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English and Spanish

• GIS Skills

• QAL or PCA

• 1-2 years of study in Viticulture or relevant work experience

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Involves prolonged outdoor exposure in a range of weather conditions, loud noises, toxic chemicals and working near moving mechanical parts. Frequent walking, standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, crouch or crawl in vineyards. Must be able to stand and walk over rough or uneven terrain. Must be able to move up to 55 lbs. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be flexible with scheduling and willing to work extended hours during summer months and harvest period. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Location

Oakville, California

Additional Locations

Job Type

Full time

Job Area

Viticulture & Winemaking

The salary range for this role is:

$29.18 - $45.65

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  Our compensation is based on cost of labor. For remote locations or positions open to multiple locations, the pay range may reflect several US geographic markets, including the lowest geographic market minimum to the highest geographic market maximum. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.  At Constellation Brands, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).