Job DescriptionJob Description

2024 Vineyard Worker

Part-Time 8:00 am to 12 noon  or 12 noon to 4:00 pm  Monday thru Friday with occasional Saturday work

Seasonal Work - Start Date: As soon as possible until the winter weather becomes too harsh

Minimum Pay:  $16.00/hr.  dependant upon skills in farming/landscaping/horticulture

Qualifications

The qualifications listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  This position, but it does require a willingness to learn, follow directions, ask questions for clarification and understanding, and to be able to perform all duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy. Training will be provided throughout employment. 

·         Age:  Be at least 16 years of age.

·         Education: Attend high school or a GED program equivalent.

·         Language:   Must be fluent in the English language--enough to adequately understand all physical requirements, duties and responsibilities, and training instructions.

·         Be able to create a safe and respectful work environment following all safety rules, COVID 19 precautions and directives, and employment policies.

·         Must be punctual, arriving at work and prepared to start work at the agreed upon time.

·         Must be able to provide truthful work-related information such as, time-cards, personal payroll information in a timely and efficient manner.

·         Ability to work independently, with little or no supervision at times.

·         Some experience in backyard gardening, agricultural farming, landscaping, etc.

·         Must have a current, valid driver’s license. Proof will be requested.  If one does not have a valid driver's license, driving the tractor or UTV will not be allowed.

·         Must understand that this position is a seasonal position with a start and stop date.

·         Must understand that the position is dependent on appropriate working conditions, therefore if the weather is un-fit for work (rain, snow, wind, extreme heat, mud, etc.), spraying the vineyard with herbicides or insecticides, or the air quality index is above 150, there will be no work during that time period. 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  A reasonable accommodation, if available, may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

·         Must be able to work outdoors in extremes of heat/humidity/cold and other inclement weather conditions

·         Must be able to stand/walk safely for sustained periods of time through difficult conditions such as:  uneven ground, mud, soft dirt, rocks, etc.

·         Must be able to perform physical tasks on a regular, full-time basis.

·         Must be able to see, speak, listen, hear, lift, move, carry, walk, pull, push, stack, reach, climb/stand on ladders, and use arms, hands, and fingers effectively while working for long periods of time.

·         Must be able to see clearly enough to a) drive equipment safely and b) examine for pests/diseases on vines

·         Must be able to lift/move/carry up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

·         Once trained, must be able to safely and effectively operate various tools and equipment, including a tractor and UTV, if the employee has a valid driver’s license.

·         Must not be under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol at any time while at work.  Employee will face immediate dismissal.

·         Must not have illegal drugs or alcohol in their possession at any time while at work.

 Employee will face immediate dismissal.  

·         Must refrain from any form or type of harassment towards management, customers, and/or other employees at any time.

·         Employees are asked to bring a water thermos for their use, a lunch, and snack foods as needed.   

·         Clothing:  Must arrive dressed to meet the needs of the ever-changing weather, wind, dust, and dirt while working.  It is recommended that all employees wear protective leather boots or hiking shoes and a protective hat with wide brim while working in the field.  Appropriate gloves will be provided.

Please note that for safety reasons the following items are prohibited while working in the field:  *the wearing of flipflops, sandals, tennis shoes, open-toed shoes, mid-drift tops, or thin nylon like shorts (runners’ shorts).

*Clothing Recommendations:

            Layered clothing to be ready for weather changes

            Jeans, hiking pants, overalls

            Protective hat-employees are normally in the sun all day

            Have a sweat-shirt and/or coat available if it becomes cold

·         Must wear a protective N95 or KN95 face mask when working in the vineyard while spraying of any agent is taking place, when the wind is creating blowing dust storms, and/or when the “Air Quality Index” is above 100.  Employee may also be asked to wear a protective mask to meet COVID precautions.   Masks will be provided.

·         Recommended-Use of Sunscreen to protect from sunburn.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to, performing all tasks related to vineyard maintenance. 

·         Hands-on involvement in every facet of the vineyard operation including, removing dead vines and roots, planting new vines, staking, hoeing, raking, digging, perimeter maintenance, pruning, tying, sucker removal, trellis work, canopy management, de-leafing, placing protective mats and rocks around vines, picking grapes at harvest, etc.

·         Have basic mechanical knowledge and be able to apply that knowledge on the job as needed.

·         Assist with soil/water/temperature research, data collection, and special projects when necessary.

·         Assist in recording data and observations to meet sustainable and environmentally safe practices.

·         Assist with irrigation needs.

·         Assist with spraying of organic herbicides and pesticides, disease prevention sprays, frost protectant, etc.

·         Survey vineyard conditions, monitor and record the presence of pests and disease

·         Collect fruit samples for maturation analysis.

·         Perform basic cleanup, repair, and maintenance duties as related to the vineyard and equipment, such as; removing tumble weeds, weeds, trash, pruning wood, etc. from the vineyard, clean-up of vineyard equipment, tractor, UTV, etc., repairing broken irrigation equipment, fence repair, trellis repair, taking out and putting away of all tools, cleaning of storage areas, communicating with owners on any safety issues, broken tools/equipment, and/or filling equipment with gas/diesel, etc.

 

Company DescriptionWine Grape Vineyard with 6,500 vinesCompany DescriptionWine Grape Vineyard with 6,500 vines

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