Ag Tech Operator
About The Position
The Ag Tech Operator supports viticulture best practices and the integration of new technology, helping develop and implement site work programs with a focus on operational quality, employee safety, and HSE objectives. The role safely and efficiently operates tractors and RTVs, completes pre-start inspections and routine maintenance, and communicates timely, comprehensive feedback to the team and manager. The position operates, trains others on, and manages precision agriculture systems. It collects, validates, and interprets vineyard data to support irrigation, nutrition, pest management, crop forecasting, and harvest decisions. The operator troubleshoots field technology hardware, software, and connectivity; assists with operations, imagery collection, and mapping; and supports field trials and projects evaluating technologies, cultural practices, and operational improvements. The role also uses farm management software and digital platforms to record, manage, and analyze operational data, and generates reports, maps, dashboards, and timely operational metrics. The role requires flexibility for seasonal work hours and overtime as needed, regional and occasional travel, and work outdoors in changing weather, including low-light and nighttime conditions. Physical demands include extended periods of standing, walking, sitting, and driving equipment; working over uneven ground; climbing onto equipment and at heights; handling tools and controls; and other physical activities. The operator may handle, mix, load, and apply pesticides and must be able to wear a respirator if recommended.
Requirements
- Valid California driver's license.
- Basic understanding of smartphones and computers.
- Knowledge of vineyard equipment.
- Attention to detail, efficiency, problem-solving, planning, and organization skills, and the ability to work as a team player.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
- Ability to travel regionally and occasionally.
- Flexibility to work seasonal shifts and overtime.
- Ability to work outdoors in changing weather, in low-light conditions, and at night.
- Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including extended standing, walking, sitting, and equipment driving; traversing rough or uneven ground; climbing; and handling tools, objects, and controls.
- May be required to handle, mix, load, and apply pesticides.
- Ability to wear a respirator if recommended.
Nice To Haves
- Video game experience.
Responsibilities
- Participate in integrating viticulture best practices and new technology.
- Participate in developing and implementing site work programs focused on operational quality, employee safety, and meeting key HSE objectives.
- Operate tractors and RTVs safely and efficiently.
- Perform daily pre-start inspections and routine maintenance.
- Provide timely and comprehensive feedback to the team and manager.
- Operate, train others on, and manage precision agriculture systems.
- Collect, validate, and interpret vineyard data to support irrigation, nutrition, pest management, crop forecasting, and harvest activities.
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, and connectivity issues associated with field technology systems.
- Assist with operations, imagery collection, and mapping activities.
- Support field trials and projects evaluating new technologies, cultural practices, and operational improvements.
- Use farm management software and digital platforms to record, manage, and analyze vineyard operational data.
- Generate reports, maps, and dashboards, and ensure timely reporting of operational metrics.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and thoughtful execution of assigned tasks.
Benefits
- Competitive vacation and sick leave, 12 paid holidays, and a TWE4ME Day.
- Paid parental and caregiver leave.
- Two paid volunteer days each year.
- Hybrid and custom schedule options for certain roles.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental health support, and a wellness program.
- 401(k) with company match, 100% vested from day one; regular full- and part-time employees are eligible after 60 days.
- Employee wine pricing and a product allowance.
- Recognition and rewards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
