Vino Farms is a well-established vineyard management company responsible for producing high quality wine grapes in a sustainable and profitable manner for our clients. This is a great opportunity for the right person to grow and become an integral part of this progressive family business. The company has a long history of integrity and is considered an industry leader. We are a dynamic company which provides an exciting, fast paced environment, a competitive compensation and a robust benefit plan. If you are an exceptional individual with a strong work ethic and are looking for a great career opportunity, then we invite you to join our team.

We are looking to expand our Viticulture team to include an Assistant Viticulturist. This position will:
•  Support Viticulturist in creating fungicide, fertility, and miscellaneous programs.
•  Maintain, implement, and manage data collection in AgCode and other services.
•  Provide technical support to Viticulture Department and Vineyard Operations staff.
•  Help maintain and implement sustainability certifications.
•  Scout and monitor vineyards for pests, diseases, nutritional disorders, and moisture status; communicate findings in both written and verbal form.

Required Qualifications
•  Bachelor’s degree in Viticulture, Plant Biology, Plant Science, or other Agriculture related field
•  3+ years vineyard work experience
•  Experience working with AgCode or similar farm management software
•  Computer literacy including MS Office and agriculture-oriented applications (desktop and/or mobile apps)
•  Agricultural Pest Control Advisor License or ability to obtain one
•  Must have valid California driver’s license and be insurable by company
•  Ability to take direction and prioritize tasks in a coordinated manner with coworkers or independently
•  Ability to operate an ATV
•  Ability to work in both an indoor and outdoor environment, sometimes during inclement weather conditions
•  Ability to lift 40 pounds

Desired Qualifications
•  Experience with GIS data collection and software
•  Experience collecting data for research trials and summarizing findings
•  Basic understanding of the winemaking process to assist with winegrowing goals
•  Ability to speak Spanish is a plus but not a requirement for this position

Physical Environment
•  Usually working outdoors in extremes of heat/humidity/cold and other weather conditions
•  Often exposed to dust, noise, gasoline, diesel, agricultural environment and equipment
•  Work is strenuous involving bending, stooping, awkward body positions
•  Ability to see clearly enough to a) drive safely b) distinguish vineyard pests and grape varieties c) recognize employees
•  Ability to work nights

Vino Farms, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. Vino Farms, LLC. does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The above is a general outline of responsibilities of this position, it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required for this position.

Vino Farms offers a competitive salary based on experience level + award winning benefits. Our benefits include health/dental/vision/ Life/AD&D/LTD, a 401(k) plan with a company match, and a company provided vehicle, iPad, iPhone and laptop.