Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery - Needham, MA, US
Job Information
Job Order ID :
NY1494480
# of Positions :
3
Minimum Education Level :
Less than High School
Experience Required :
1 months
Salary :
$17.80 hourly
Duration :
Full Time Seasonal
Shift :
First Shift (Day)
Hours per week:
50
Job Description
3 Full Time Seasonal H-2A Jobs available 05/15/2024 - 12/16/2024.
Workers will need 1 months experience in all aspects of vegetable production. Duties include, but may not be limited to, the following. Attach, adjust, drive, operate, and maintain farm implements and tractors. Drive tractors to the field to prepare the soil, plant, cultivate, maintain, prune and harvest both fruits and vegetables. Drive farm trucks and equipment over public roads to maintain and harvest Crops, move supplies, tools, and other farmworkers in order to complete agricultural activities. Wash and pack both fruits and vegetables. Maintain and harvest crops using hands and hand held equipment. Setup irrigation systems and know when to irrigate crops using methods appropriate for the crop and location. Identify crops, pests and weeds to determine the most appropriate Selection and application method Of pesticides and fertilizers. May mix spray solutions, apply general use or any restricted use pesticide under the direct supervision of a certified applicator, spray crops and apply fertilizers. Transplant, move, and space plants to and from greenhouse floors, benches and trucks. May clean and break down greenhouse, barns, farm stand.
Requirements:
* 1 month experience in duties listed
* Lifting requirement 50 lbs.
* Exposure to extreme temperatures
* Extensive Pushing or Pulling
* Extensive sitting or walking
* Frequent stooping or bending over
* Repetitive movements
The full terms and conditions of the job (form ETA790a) should be reviewed and provided to qualified applicants from this website: seasonaljobs.dol.gov
Company Information
Name :
Volante Farms Inc
Application Information
Email :
By Phone :
Call David Volante at 7814442351
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