Zachary Freund

Dalrymple Farm Inc.

Hector, NY

07.2023 - Current

Harvested grapes from vines, ensuring to only pick ripe and healthy fruit.
Operated grape harvesting equipment such as tractors and harvesters safely and efficiently.
Monitored grape ripening process and noted any changes in color or texture.
Assisted with sorting harvested grapes into different containers for further processing.
Organized the loading of harvested grapes onto trucks for transport to wineries or other destinations.
Inspected grapevines during harvest season to identify signs of disease or pests that may affect yield and quality of crop.
Conducted regular maintenance on harvesting equipment, such as lubricating parts and checking fluid levels.
Adhered to safety regulations when operating machinery, wearing protective clothing at all times.
Performed basic repairs on harvesting equipment when necessary, such as replacing worn-out parts or hoses.
Collaborated with other members of the team to ensure efficient completion of tasks within deadlines.
Ensured that vineyards were kept clean after each day's work was completed.
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates throughout the harvesting season.
Followed instructions from supervisor regarding which areas should be harvested first.
Observed weather conditions throughout the day to determine if any changes needed to be made in order to protect crops.
Sprayed fertilizer and pesticide solutions to control insects, fungus, weed growth and diseases.
Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.