Vineyard Agricultural Equipment Operators

Job description

ITEM 16 JOB SPECIFICATIONS

*All job duties will be performed in the field and on a farm*

Operates and controls various types and sizes of tractors to:
maintain fields by dicing and mowing
apply chemicals to vines

Harvest duties include:
move harvested grapes from field to transport
harvest grapes
drive tractors with light towers

The harvest season typically occurs between August and October, but may vary based on weather and crop conditions.

*If tractor driving work isnt available, driver may perform available field work at his/her regular rate of pay.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Know the purpose of each equipment implement and its appropriate application
Attach, adjust and detach implements as needed
Perform daily safety check of tractor and implement
Operate appropriate tractor with implements
Avoid hitting obstacles, stakes, vines, wires, irrigation lines, etc.
Report any such damage to supervisor
Spray fertilizer or pesticide solutions, wearing the appropriate respirator and personal protective equipment if required
Observe and listen to machinery operation to detect equipment malfunction.
Report any equipment malfunction to supervisor
Remove any obstruction to avoid damage to product or machinery
Observe and report any incomplete or incorrect field work or conditions

Physical Environment
Work outdoors in extremes of heat/humidity/cold and other weather conditions
Sit for extended periods of time with the ability to withstand vibration and frequent turning of the head
Exposed to dust, noise, agricultural chemicals, gasoline, diesel fuel and solvents
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Job Requirements

Physical
Good vision
Good hearing
Reasonable noise tolerance
Reasonable dust tolerance
Ability to work nights
Ability to work different shifts
Ability to work swiftly
Must be able to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including Respirator
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
Ability to stand and walk throughout work shift on uneven ground
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Ability to shift gears, depress pedals; turn knobs and levers; read gauges
Ability to work in all types of weather conditions, i.e. frost, fog, wind, heat, etc.
Repetitive stooping and bending
Good finger dexterity
Firm hand grip
Repetitive arm and shoulder movement, above and below head level
Repetitive use of wrist and hands
Repetitive pulling, pushing and reaching
Intellectual
Ability to follow directions
Ability to read, write and perform basic math calculations
Ability to follow all Company safety rules and policies
Ability to work cooperatively in a group or team setting

Special Requirements

3 months of tractor driving experience is required. Written verification of experience is required. Specific requirements include lifting up to 40-50 pounds frequently. Must be able to work under conditions where skin and clothing become heavily soiled with mud, water, grease, etc. Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions, including sun, rain, cold, high winds, etc. Work involves standing and walking on uneven ground throughout work shift, sitting for long periods of time, and repetitive stooping and bending. No smoking, illegal drugs, alcohol, firearms in the field or residential housing.

See Addendum C.