Vineyard Worker
Employer
21901 Bonness Road
Sonoma, CA 95476
United States
Job description
Robledo & Sons LLC is a fixed-site agricultural business that specializes in the growing and harvesting of wine grapes. Employees will perform a variety of duties, which include, but are not limited to: pruning dormant grape vines; prune, 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; 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; hands-on involvement in most facets of grounds operation, including 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; harvest or pick grapes; place grapes into bins, crates or other similar containers; load and transport bins and crates to forklift-docking area; clean, handle, package, process, grade, sort, store, load or deliver to storage harvested grape products that are entirely produced on the employer's farm; break down vineyards to get them ready for dormant season; perform basic cleanup and maintenance related to promoting high quality vineyards and grounds; and perform other similar agricultural duties in the vineyards that relate to the farming of wine grapes. Workers may be asked to operate forklifts and other farm machinery. 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. The 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. Workers must follow all safety protocols, which includes observing all warning signs, safety bulletins, safety training and posters. Workers must adhere to all health and safety rules, including Covid-19 preventative measures, social distancing and other safety directives required by the employer or state law.
Special Requirements
One month 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.