Job Information
NJ Employer Vineyard Worker in Millbrook, New York
Anticipated period of employment: 03/23/2026 to 11/25/2026
2 months verifiable experience required.
Workers will perform a variety of vineyard duties with grapes under the direction of the Vineyard Foreman. Tasks include: Pruning: Prune old canes and remove excess growth using pruning shears, loppers, and hand saws. Identify and remove dead wood, broken branches, and unwanted shoots. Trellis Work: Tie vines to trellises using twine or tape. Assist in setting trellises and wire. Make trellis adjustments and repairs as needed to support vine growth. Suckering: Remove excess vine shoots and unwanted growth from the lower part of the vine using hand tools or shovels. Requires frequent stooping and forceful grasping with both hands. Leafing/Thinning: Pull unwanted leaves around grape clusters by hand to promote color and growth. Thin grape clusters to promote growth of remaining grapes, using either hand or shears. Weed Control: Pull weeds and use weed whacker/string trimmer to remove weeds and grass from vineyard rows and around vines. May spray weeds as directed by Foreman. Harvesting: Clip grapes from vines using one-handed shears. Place grapes in tubs or crates. Full crates may be carried to the end of the row by the worker or by other workers. Care must be exercised at all times to prevent breaking of vines and to maximize the quality of fruit. See ETA 790/790A for a complete job description
Only workers meeting all qualifications on the job order should be referred by the Job Service Office. Interested candidates must contact their local employment office to receive a copy of the job order (ETA 790/790A) and applicable attachments. Once the applicant has a copy of the job contract contact employer by phone Monday through Friday during the hours of 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET. Referred to NY1568883 as the CO is in connection with this NJ number.
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