Field Maintenance - Chanela Farms

Field Maintenance
- Chanela Farms

Ellis Island Casino, Hotel & Brewery, our 16 Village Pub locations, Mt Charleston Lodge, and our sister companies, Marker Trax and KOIN, are committed to providing the best goods and services to our guests and clients. Our casino and food and beverage locations are home to some of Las Vegas's most recognized food, beverages, hospitality, and entertainment! Not only do we serve the highest quality food, but we've been voted the #1 Best Microbrewery of Las Vegas and have the #1 Best Karaoke of Las Vegas.

Marker Trax is a patented casino advance line system that provides technology solutions to casinos to make the gaming experience more convenient and accessible to players. KOIN offers a full-service financial wallet and integrated payment solution, and aims to provide a convenient, secure and flexible payment solution for both consumers and businesses.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location:

Vineyard
- St. George

Job Description:

Status:
Exempt

Reports To:

Vineyard Manager or Farm Operations Supervisor

The Field Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing all viticulture-related field work to maintain healthy grapevines and optimal vineyard conditions. This role includes comprehensive vineyard operations, landscaping and grounds maintenance, and drip irrigation system upkeep. The position involves physically demanding outdoor labor in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, and requires the ability to lift more than 50 lbs regularly. This is a hands-on, full-time role essential to supporting grape quality, vineyard productivity, and overall property aesthetics.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Basic Life Insurance (included with the dental plan)
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Combo plan covering accidents, hospitalizations, and critical illnesses
• Paid time off
• Voluntary life insurance
• Eligibility to participate in a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match (after 6 months of successful employment)

Location:

In-person in St. George, UT, 84790:
Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).

Responsibilities:

• Viticulture Field Work
• Perform all aspects of vine maintenance according to the growing cycle, including winter pruning, tying, suckering, thinning, leafing (leaf removal), canopy management, and shoot positioning.
• Plant, replant, and train new vines; install and repair trellis systems, wires, and supports.
• Monitor vine health, growth, and development; inspect for pests, diseases, fungi, nutrient deficiencies, or other issues and report findings.
• Apply fertilizers, soil amendments, pesticides, and herbicides as directed (following safety protocols and regulations).
• Conduct fruit thinning, cluster management, and harvest activities (hand-picking grapes during harvest season).
• Manage cover crops, including planting, mowing, and incorporation into soil.
• Assist with erosion control measures, such as maintaining berms, cover crops, or other soil conservation practices.
• Operate and maintain vineyard equipment (e.g., tractors, mowers, sprayers, pruners) safely and efficiently.
• Record daily operations, observations, and maintenance activities accurately.
• Participate in soil and tissue sampling, pruning weight measurements, and other data collection for vineyard management.
• Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance
• Maintain vineyard floors and surrounding grounds: mow between rows, edge, weed, mulch, and manage vegetation to reduce competition with vines and improve aesthetics.
• Trim, prune, and care for hedges, shrubs, ornamental plantings, flowerbeds, and trees on the property.
• Perform general property maintenance, including removing debris, dead plants, or unwanted growth; aerating, fertilizing, and watering landscapes as needed.
• Install or maintain pathways, fences, or other infrastructure elements.
• Support seasonal landscaping tasks such as seasonal planting, mulching, deadheading flowers, and overall site cleanliness.
• Drip Irrigation Maintenance
• Inspect, maintain, and repair drip irrigation systems, including emitters, laterals, filters, valves, pumps, and pressure regulators.
• Flush irrigation lines regularly to prevent clogs from silt, algae, bacteria, or mineral buildup; treat systems with appropriate agents as needed.
• Monitor system performance (flow rates, pressure, uniformity); check for leaks, damage, or faulty emitters and perform repairs promptly.
• Clean or replace filters and ensure proper filtration for water sources.
• Assist with irrigation scheduling based on vine needs, soil moisture monitoring, and weather conditions.
• Perform routine system evaluations and annual performance assessments.

Skills /

Experience:

• Previous experience in viticulture, farming, landscaping, or irrigation maintenance preferred (entry-level candidates with…