Vineyard Laborer

Imigrus; Virginia; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Raises and bonuses

Job summary

AMV Experience, LLC (Afton Mountain Vineyards) in Afton, VA is seeking a Farmworker to manage day-to-day vineyard operations under the winemaker's supervision. The role includes pruning, canopy management, thinning, trellis work, and moving fruit from field to processing areas.

The job requires outdoor endurance, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and hands-on pruning and maintenance of irrigation and field equipment. 40-hour week, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Experience required: 3+ months in related field.
• Ability to diagnose problems and resolve tasks.
• Work is outdoors in open fields and exposed to elements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day vineyard operations under supervision of Winemaker.
• Perform pruning, canopy management, thinning, and trellis work as season permits.
• Move harvested fruit from field to processing area and assist in post-harvest tasks.
• Operate equipment safely and maintain sanitation throughout the vineyard.

Skills

Outdoor work

Problem diagnosis

Manual labor

Farming knowledge

Job description

Recruitment Information
Telephone Number to Apply:[phone]
Email address to Apply:[e-mail]
Job Description
Full Time:Yes
Number of Workers Requested:1
Job Duties:Under the supervision of the Winemaker, the worker is responsible for all day to day operations in the vineyard. Crops/Commodities: Grape (winter pruning). Manage vineyard canopy to permit light and air circulation. Thin fruit and remove shoots, leaves and vines. Grape vines can only be pruned when they are barren of foliage. Perform vineyard maintenance: activities including but not limited to weed control and trellis installation and repair. Install and maintain bird netting. Assist/move previously harvested fruit from field to processing area. Must possess the requisite skills and knowledge of what, when where and how much to prune on a grape vine. Identify and remove the proper canes and vines while retaining the fruiting wood and renewal spurs. Must demonstrate and consistently utilize pruning practices that assure vine balance and preserve vine health. Install/maintain irrigation systems and water lines. Move and install irrigation pipes and equipment. Dig and maintain ditches. Apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protectants. Apply fertilizers, plant growth chemicals, conditioners, and other plant related treatments at the correct times depending on plant type, growth, climate, and crop conditions. Workers must operate all equipment properly and in a manner that protects operator, others, the employer’s products, and property. Bending, stooping, and kneeling required. Use hand tools including but not limited to hoes, shovels, trowels, pick irons, hammers, wire tighteners, pruning shears, clippers, loppers, and saws. Lift, carry, and load/unload products or supplies. Vineyard work includes assisting in daily field operations in the different stages of the growing season, drive tractor on vineyard property with different equipment: mower, mechanical edger, under row cultivation equipment, sprayer. Ability to diagnose problems and perform tasks to resolve problems. May perform general indoor tasks or post-harvest activities when outdoor vineyard work is not available (all such activities will be performed incident to or in conjunction with vineyard operation). Harvest, following fermentation, performing filtration, set-up barrel preparations, and maintaining a clean environment with good sanitation protocol.
Job Classification:45-2092.00 – Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse
The job/industry classification and description includes general information on the position from ONET/OES and the North American Industry Classification System. Please review Job Duties and Job Order for more information.
Job Requirements
Experience Required:Yes
Months of Experience Required:3
Special Requirements:Ability to diagnose a problem and performing tasks to resolve it. Work is primarily performed outdoors in open fields and can involve exposure to sun, wind, mud, dust, heat, cold and other elements of the normal field environment. Must maintain a clean and organized work environment with good sanitation protocol. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. Employer agrees to provide to the worker, without charge or deposit charge, all tools, supplies, and equipment required to perform the duties assigned.
Number of Hours Per Week:40
Work Schedule (Start/End time):7:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.
Employer Information
Trade Name/Doing Business As:Afton Mountain Vineyards
Company Name:AMV Experience, LLC
Location:Afton, VA 22920
Worksite
Address:234 Vineyard Lane, Afton, VA 22920
Job Order Details
ETA Case Number:H-300-26294-313320
Multiple Worksites:No
Additional Wage Information:Raises and/or bonuses may be offered to any worker in the specified occupation, at the company’s sole discretion, based on individual factors including work performance, skill, and tenure.
Date Posted:10/29/2026
Piece Rate Offer$0.00