Job Description

The Fuels Crew Technician operates in the Wildland Urban Interface and is responsible for operating chainsaws, string trimmers and hand tools to limb up trees, operating skid steer with masticator, grapple bucket and chipper to remove small trees, bushes, and other vegetation to provide a fire resilient landscape enterprise wide.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

Competently operate large and small power machinery to include chainsaws, string trimmers, skid steer, masticators, grapple buckets and other tools.
Operates multiple tools to limb up trees, remove small trees, bushes, and other vegetation as directed.
Operates tractor with mower attachment.
Moves cut vegetation to a chipper and feeds vegetation into the chipper.
Participates in the JFW Fire Prevention Team.
Participate in JFW and OSHA safety training.
Maintains all of equipment and/or implements in a clean and operational manner.
Performs basic maintenance on equipment and reports equipment deficiencies to manager.
Reports all mechanical deficiencies to manager immediately.
Participation in pile burning.
Must follow all safety procedures and prioritize safety at all times.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Essential Skills, Experience, and Education

Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid class C California driver’s license required.
Must be able to haul equipment and tow trailer with a truck.
Fully knowledgeable of and proven experience safely operating chainsaws, string trimmers, hand tools, skid steer, tractor and chipper.
Must be able to read, interpret and follow all Company rules including Company’s safety rules and regulations at all times.
Able to read and understand rules of operation and maintenance manuals.

Other: The work schedule is 8-hour days. Each day starts and ends at the Kellogg Ranch (Knights Valley in Sonoma County).

Physical Requirements

Strength, stamina and agility are necessary to hike steep, uneven terrain while carrying heavy equipment.
Must be able to frequently lift, carry, and or move up to 50 pounds repetitively; is exposed to wet and or humid conditions, dust as well as seasonal weather (summer heat, cold weather, rain). Position requires repetitive sitting, foot controls, kneeling,
May work on high sloped terrain.
Position requires repetitive sitting, foot controls, kneeling, bending, stooping, walking.

WAGE TRANSPARENCY

The base pay for this role ranges from $18.84 - $21.81 per hour. Compensation will be determined by candidate experience, skills, and location.

BENEFITS:

Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life insurance
401k with employer match
Generous time off including vacation, holidays, and paid health time
Paid volunteer time
Learning & Development opportunities
Modern Health virtual mental health & coaching visits
Wine discounts!

Jackson Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on merit and business needs.

About Jackson Family Wines

Jackson Family Wines, based in Sonoma County – in the heart of California’s wine country – is one of the few family-owned and operated winery groups of its kind. Founded in 1983 with a focus on artisanal wines of distinct character and quality, Jackson Family Wines’ portfolio of wineries includes Kendall-Jackson, La Crema, Freemark Abbey, Murphy-Goode, Stonestreet, Matanzas Creek and Cambria (plus many more!), as well as a collection of luxury wineries such as Cardinale, Lokoya and Verite.

Today, the Jackson family carries the formidable legacy of founder Jess Jackson forward to the next generation. We continue to embed our core values of land stewardship, inspired winemaking and a respect for wine at the table into the company’s local and worldwide practices. All of JFW’s wineries reflect a unique quality story steeped in extraordinary vineyards, remarkable artisan winemaking and the dedication of hard working, talented individuals. This philosophy is often called sustainability, but for us it’s all about providing environmental, social and economic benefits that our family, employees and community can all share – now and in the future.

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Industry

Food & Beverage

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Headquarters

Santa Rosa, California

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

jacksonfamilywines.com

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