Viticulturist - Full Time, Napa $DOE
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Pest and disease monitoring across all estate vineyards in Napa County. Will provide weekly reports and recommendations for treatment.
* Develop and track seasonal spray program with the Vineyard Director within an IPM and monetary framework.
* Assist in managing the spray program. This will include writing work orders, scheduling equipment, purchasing materials, communicating with neighbors and winemakers regarding reentry intervals.
* Monitor and report on phenology and grape maturity.
* Assist in scheduling and implementation of maturity sampling prior to and during harvest.
* Monitor vineyard nutrition and health via petiole sampling or soil sampling. Will make recommendations for fertilizer applications with petiole data.
* Perform and supervise vine water status measurements via leaf water potentials and visual analysis on a weekly basis.
* Assist in performing GPS measurements and GIS data management to enhance operational efficiency and precision management.
* Assist the Director of Viticulture and Vineyard Supervisors in maintaining vineyard experiments, gathering data, and designing new ones.
* The Viticulturalist will also directly supervise seasonal employees in gathering LWP readings and other viticultural data.
QUALIFICATION/SKILLS:
* B.S. in Viticulture or a related field with at least 2 years winery or vineyard experience. Strong background in Viticulture, Enology and related areas including plant physiology, pest management, soils, plant nutrition, etc.
* Strong communication skills in both English and Spanish.
* Ability to work well within a team environment, while both working with and leading individuals in a respectful manner that is consistent with the company's values.
* In addition to possessing strong technical skills, this position also requires computer skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/OTHER:
* Must be willing to work flexible hours, including overtime, especially during frost season and harvest. Able to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain.
* Valid CA Drivers License with clean driving record; Able to lift 45 lbs. on occasion.
* Must successfully complete post-offer pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.
Please submit resume for immediate consideration.
Expires: 06/30/2008
To Apply: Contact Hilary, (707) 224-5468 or Inquire Online
http://www.careerjet.pt/job/9cca72f732b1fdeee2c60214cb674d79.html
quinta-feira, 5 de junho de 2008
US: Eng. Agronómica / Viticultura
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