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International Intern / Seasonal Cellar Technician - Vinwood

Geyserville, California, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Feb 2026

💰 CA$50,000/yr(CA$44,000/yr – CA$50,000/yr)

About the role

Vinwood Cellars is located smack bang between the picturesque towns of Healdsburg and Geyserville in northern Sonoma County. Surrounded by vines, Vinwood is a large winery specializing in the production of Sauvignon Blanc, Bordeaux reds and America’s #1 Chardonnay. Due to our diverse range of wines produced, harvest typically runs longer than usual.We have a passionate team with a wealth of experience and are looking for individuals to join us for the upcoming harvest. If you are a fun-loving, energetic, hardworking wine enthusiast that thrives to work in a team environment we would love to hear from you. POSITION SUMMARY:Working in an indoor / outdoor facility and reporting to directions given by the Production Manager and Winemakers, the successful applicant will have opportunities to perform the functions and duties of a Seasonal Cellar Technician listed below. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

Following and observing all safe cellar practices
Red fermentation management – pump overs, rack & returns, temperatures
Additions – yeast, acid, nutrients including calculations
The use of all cellar equipment (and most importantly) it’s cleaning & sanitizing.
Racking, transferring and the movement of juice and wine
Taking samples and helping the lab team when required
Barrel work – filling, cleaning, racking and topping
Forklift operation, moving barrels and case goods
Special projects and experiments when required

JOB REQUIREMENTS:Essential Skills, Experience, and Education

Previous harvest experience is preferred but not 100% necessary and a degree in winemaking/enology is favorable
Effective communication skills in English

Physical Requirements:

The ability to work long hours through the busy harvest time
Ability to lift 50lbs as required

International positions will be processed via coordination with CAEP.org The successful applicants must provide their own transportation while some assistance will be provided to help find housing. A weekly harvest lunch will also be enjoyed! WAGE TRANSPARENCY:The base pay for this role ranges from $22.00 -$25.00 per hour. Compensation will be determined by candidate experience, skills, and location. Jackson Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on merit and business needs.