Vineyard Equipment Operator II - Sonoma Vineyards

Constellation Brands•Geyserville, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this role assists the Assoc. Vineyard Manager with assigned aspects of the day-to-day operations of the vineyard. The position involves operating various vineyard equipment, performing routine maintenance, and adhering to safety and sustainability policies. The role requires a willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and irregular shifts, especially during harvest. Teamwork and adherence to company values are essential.

Requirements

1 to 3 years in an equipment environment
Operate all tasks associated with over-the-row equipment
Tractor and spraying experience
Ability to perform a variety of tasks using specified equipment safely and efficiently.
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must have knowledge of safety requirements when operating and observe all safety protocols pertaining to the equipment and implements being operated.
Knowledge of basic mathematics (addition and subtraction).
Willing and able to work overtime, irregular shifts, including graveyard, and long hours, particularly during harvest.
Ability to follow detailed instructions
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and work on a computer for extended periods. Lifting may be required.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills
Ability to read operation manuals, safety documents, written instructions and signage on equipment.

Responsibilities

Operate vineyard tractors and other vineyard equipment, including forklifts, bobcats, tractors, backhoes, and loaders.
Operate over-the-row equipment including harvesting, multi-row spraying, pruning, multi-row mowing, etc.
Inspect equipment daily before operation and responsible for notifying Vineyard Supervisor/Foreman of routine maintenance and repairs needed.
Calibrate and use agricultural implements such as spray tanks/nozzles and perform necessary adjustment to disks, roto-tiller, etc.
Perform routine equipment maintenance and repairs as directed.
Operate tractors and tractor implements in order to accomplish various vineyard practices such as disking, moving, spreading, spraying, trimming, etc.
Apply plant sprays following established safety procedures and provides usage notes to supervisor for reporting purposes.
Operate ATVs, utility vehicle, and light equipment such as weed eaters and backpack sprayers.
Perform light equipment maintenance as directed.
May include field irrigation work such as checking lines, cleaning filters, plugging leaks, replacing emitters, and repairing below ground piping.
May perform specialized duties within the vineyard such as pruning, tying, suckering/shoot thinning, weeding, wire movement, leaf & fruit thinning, hand harvest, vineyard layout and irrigation installation.
May perform various maintenance tasks such as trellis repair, hoeing, drainage repair, erosion control and irrigation repair.
Responsible for compliance with CBI sustainability policies and practices which are economically viable, socially acceptable and environmentally sound.
Must follow safe operating procedures, support safety programs and policies to safeguard personal safety, company property, environmental and team member’s safety.
Work as a team with co-workers to perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the company’s value of exhibiting the highest quality standards in all endeavors.
Any other duties as reasonably required.