Atlas Vineyard Management (AVM) is one of California’s premier vineyard management companies, providing comprehensive services to top-tier wineries across the region. We’re investing heavily in precision viticulture technology; deploying camera-equipped ATVs to capture detailed, per-vine vineyard data that shapes how our client’s farm. If you enjoy operating equipment outdoors and want your work to have a real impact on how premium wine is grown, this role is for you.

What You Will Do
You will be the person who gets the scanning done. Each day, you will haul equipment to a vineyard site, set up and verify the camera systems, then drive precise ATV passes through the rows to capture high-quality visual data. You keep things moving, communicate progress to your manager, and make sure data is clean and uploaded before you wrap up.
-ATV Operation & Equipment
**Safely transport ATVs, trailers, and scanning equipment to and from vineyard sites
**Mount, secure, and inspect camera systems before each scan
**Operate ATVs through vineyard rows with precision to capture consistent, accurate data
**Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on ATVs, trailers, cameras, and vehicles
**Follow all safety protocols and operational procedures
-Data Collection & Quality Control
**Follow established data collection protocols and flag or troubleshoot issues in the field
**Ensure camera setup correctly captures vineyard canopy and trunk conditions on each pass
**Monitor data quality and camera status using an ATV-mounted tablet while scanning
**Start up and shut down camera systems daily; confirm data is fully uploaded before leaving the site
-Communication & Coordination
Stay in regular contact with the Vineyard Robotics Manager throughout each workday
Provide clear updates on scanning progress, equipment status, and any field issues
Assist with occasional vineyard activities (pest and disease scouting, tissue sampling, data entry) as needed

Who We Are Looking For
This role is a great fit for experienced equipment operators who take pride in doing field work right. You don’t need a viticulture background; you need to be dependable, comfortable behind the wheel, and ready to put in long days outdoors.
-Required
*Proven experience operating ATVs in varied terrain (agricultural, off-road, or equivalent)
*Experience driving and maneuvering trailers
*Comfortable with basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting in the field
*Reliable, professional, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
*Strong attention to detail; you take quality seriously and communicate when something is off
*Able to work long hours outdoors in variable weather during peak scan periods
-Preferred (Not Required)
*Experience in agricultural field operations or precision ag technology
*Familiarity with data collection workflows or field-based scientific work
*Comfortable learning new tablet-based software and equipment systems

Physical Requirements
*Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing 40+ lbs.
*Comfortable operating ATVs for extended periods across variable vineyard terrain
*Capable of physically demanding work in outdoor agricultural conditions

Why Work With Us
*Competitive pay: $18.50-$21/hr based on experience
*Work with cutting-edge vineyard scanning technology in some of California’s most scenic wine regions
*Small, collaborative team with a professional, respectful work culture
*Gain direct exposure to precision agriculture and viticulture technology

How to Apply
Send a brief note about your ATV and equipment experience to jobs@atlasvm.com. No formal resume required; just tell us about your background and why this role is a good fit.