Vineyard Worker
Employer
21901 Bonness Road
Sonoma, CA 95476
United States
Job description
Robledo & Sons LLC is a fixed-site agricultural grower of wine grapes. Employees will perform a variety of duties, which include but are not limited to: pruning grape vines; train, and tie growing vines; remove dead, diseased or stunted fruits to make room for new vine growth and shoots; canopy management; erosion control; leaf removal; trellis installation, maintenance and repair of equipment; drip system installation and repair; cluster thinning; weed, root, and rock removal; vine suckering; layout rows and wires in the vineyard; monitor vineyards to ensure they are receiving sufficient water; planting, digging, hoeing, raking, and post pounding; monitor grounds and keep in pristine condition; maintenance of fencing surrounding the vineyards; plant and stake new vineyards; monitor pests and disease and assist with application of fertilizers and pesticides; communicate with farm supervisors to receive information and assist with coordination and movement of crews; generally repair and maintain farm equipment, vehicles and machinery as needed; harvest or pick grapes and place grapes into bins, crates or other containers; load and transport bins and crates to forklift-docking area; Qualifying workers may operate specialized vineyard tractors, forklifts and farm machinery. Clean, handle, package, grade, sort, store, load, or deliver to storage harvested grapes that are entirely produced on the employer's farm; break down vineyards to get them ready for dormant season; and perform other similar agricultural duties in the vineyards related to the farming of wine grapes. Employer will provide tools and equipment necessary to perform all required tasks at no cost to workers. Position requires good oral communication skills, strong attention to detail, ability to interface and maintain effective relationships with all level of employees in a team oriented environment, and the ability to frequently lift and move heavy objects. Workers will not perform any weeding activities by hand in a stooped, kneeling, or squatting position. Work is performed outdoors and can involve exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, bright sunlight, cloudy, windy or rainy conditions, mud and dust, low light and other natural elements. Work may entail exposure to plant pollens, insects, snakes, rodents, noxious plants, and/or plant materials that have been treated with insect and/or disease control spray. Workers must walk in variable soil conditions. Workers should come prepared with appropriate clothing and footwear for the working conditions described. Workers must use all required personal protective clothing and equipment and follow all safety protocols, warning signs, safety bulletins, safety training, and posters.
Special Requirements
Three months of agricultural experience working in grape vineyards in harvest or pre-harvest activities. All qualified applicants must have the authorization to work in the United States, be willing to perform the agricultural duties as described in this job order, and be able to meet the physical demands of the position and the employer's work schedule with or without reasonable accommodation.