Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper

Job Type: Casual or Permanent

Location:Kelowna B.C.

CedarCreek Estate Winery:

Our Winery is in the heart of British Columbias Okanagan Valley building on more than three decades of winemaking and defining a new chapter with bright expressive North Okanagan wines. Our yearround tasting room and Home Block restaurant housed in contemporary farmhouse buildings offer our visitors an exceptional experience in a serene natural setting.

Our Culture:

Were dreamers. We dream big and achieve big. Anyone who shares our commitment to raise the bar and take the uncharted path will achieve big things with us. Each person plays a key role yet were always a team. Its about collective success and we know the importance of celebrating wins even the little ones along the way.

Who We Are:

We are passionate about what we do and fully committed to making a meaningful impact. Its this drive that has led us to achieve remarkable milestones. As we continue this exciting adventure we invite you to help shape the next chapter of our story. Together we are building a legacy in the wine industry that will stand the test of time and were only just begun.

The Life of a Groundskeeper

• Responsible for maintaining the appearance and health of the plants trees flowers and lawns.
• Participate in pruning mowing trimming planting shoveling watering pressure washing fertilizing digging raking weeding sod laying and tidying gardens and grounds
• Assist in the set up and take down for winery events/concert series
• Pruning thinning and harvest of fruit orchard
• Maintain the gardens of winery residences
• Participate in the upkeep and repair of turf sidewalks parking lots equipment fountains fences planters beds benches grounds equipment etc.
• Perform other manual duties to clean and maintain landscaped environment and the grounds in general

What Were Looking For:

• Previous experience or passion in horticulture or landscaping
• Ability to use hand and mechanical tools
• Valid drivers license
• Physically fit and capable of bending as well as lifting and carrying up to 22.7 kg 50 lbs)
• Working outdoors sometimes in severe weather conditions is required
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a team environment
• Flexible availability some weekends required
• You thrive in ambiguity and are comfortable with change
• You put trust in others and never let anyone down
• You listen take feedback respond quickly and take initiative with a sense of urgency
• You are authentic diplomatic thoughtful and always have the best intentions

Bonus Points:

• Certificate in horticulture considered an asset
• Chemical applicators certification considered an asset

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive paid training and access to extensive wine education
• Competitive wages $23$26/hour (pay is determined by jobrelated knowledge skills experience and education)
• Discounts at Home Block Restaurant Events and at our Boutique on gifts and wine
• Free tastings for you and your guests
• Discounts on tours and Sommelier Experiences

We want to hear from you! Apply on our website today at CedarCreek we live by our 5 Core Values every day:

Sense of Urgency

• We value sense of urgency because we are a fastpaced company in a fastpaced industry
• You act as if there is no tomorrow and get it done today

Authenticity

• We value authenticity because we need to stay real
• You are authentic diplomatic respectful thoughtful and you always have the best intentions

Simplicity

• We value simplicity; why use 50 words when you can use 5
• You thrive in ambiguity are comfortable with change and bring simplicity to complex situations or grey area

Humility

• We value humility; there is no room for egos here
• Youre not stubborn you listen take feedback/direction and respond quickly to changing direction. We are a team that supports each other

Trust

• We value trust because unless we are both trusted and trusting we will not succeed as a team
• You put trust in others and do your best to never let anyone down