Agriculture Services Laborer

State of Oregon; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Agriculture is seeking Agriculture Services Laborer positions in the Hermiston Shipping Point District. These seasonal, part-time roles support inspection, grading and certification of Oregon commodities for domestic and export markets.

You will lift 50-60 lbs, help with inspections and sample processing, and work in a warehouse or processing plant. Applicants must be 18+, have a valid license, and keep accurate written records.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Able to regularly lift objects 50-60 lbs.
• Knowledge of agriculture or related field is preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Sort and grade commodities in a warehouse or processing setting.
• Assist with inspections, field checks, and sample processing as needed.
• Support personnel with fee collection and recordkeeping.
• Prepare and issue phytosanitary certificates for export.

Skills

Lifting 50-60 lbs

Written records

Oral and written communication

Basic arithmetic

Driver’s license

Education

18+ years old

Tools

Warehouse/inspection knowledge

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 05/18/2026 Application Deadline: 11/01/2026 Agency: Department of Agriculture Salary Range: $3,515 - $4,124

Position Type: Employee Position Title: Agriculture Services Laborer Job Description: This recruitment has been extended.

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is currently recruiting for multiple Agriculture Services Laborer positions within the Agriculture Services Division, located in the Hermiston Shipping Point District. These positions support the department’s mission to safeguard Oregon's agriculture, natural resources, working lands, economies, and communities through assistance, compliance, and market support.

Who we are

At the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA), employees work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with ensuring healthy natural resources, environment, and economy for Oregonians now and in the future through inspection and certification, regulation, and promotion of agriculture and food. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are embedded in the Department of Agriculture core values. Employees at all levels of the agency work together to foster fairness, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Learn more about what we do here

What you’ll be doing

As an Agriculture Services Laborer, you will be part of the Agriculture Services Division, a group of programs that work together statewide to assist Oregon’s agriculture producers to successfully sell and ship products worldwide. The Shipping Point Inspection (SPI) Program provides a variety of services for the inspection, verification, and certification of Oregon commodities prior to their shipment into US and world commerce channels. These include impartial third-party inspection of product to determine grades of fruits, nuts, and vegetables and implementation of alternative inspection programs where ODA staff collaborate with customers to provide inspections. SPI program staff provide inspections and issue phytosanitary certificates to support export of Oregon agriculture commodities. In this position, you will sort and grade commodities, working in a warehouse or processing plant to assist customers in moving agricultural products. As needed, this position may also assist with other Agriculture Services Division or agency activities, including field inspections, sample processing, surveys for exotic insects or pathogens, and other duties as assigned. This position is located in the Hermiston Shipping Point District based out of Hermiston, OR. The Agriculture Services Laborer is a seasonal part-time position, located within the Hermiston Shipping Point District in Hermiston, Oregon.

What we’re looking for

• be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
• have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to regularly lift objects 50-60 lbs.
• knowledge of agriculture, horticulture, plant pathology, agronomy, or related experience.
• with inspection, laboratory testing, and/or plant disease identification.
• knowledge of arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• to keep accurate written records of inspection activities and fee collections.
• to communicate orally and in writing with a variety of people to obtain or provide information.
• adherence to established protocols, safety standards, and ethical conduct when representing the agency.

Project Recruitment Timeline

Recruitment Closes: November 1, 2026

Round of Interviews: TBD

Round of Interviews: TBD

Start Date: Immediately

*These dates are approximate and may change.

What’s in it for you

The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses. More information is available from the Public Employees Benefit Board.

Additional Information

state employees, please apply through your employee Workday account. Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials. On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity. Prior to making a job offer, an internal pay equity assessment will be completed. The successful candidate’s professional experience and education will be compared to the state employee workforce performing work of a comparable character to determine appropriate placement in the salary range. Candidates new to state service typically receive a salary within the first half of the salary range. NOTE: Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.

United States Employment Eligibility

The Oregon Department of Agriculture does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Employment Department is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate, you must present your I-9 acceptable documents (See page 3) for employment verification.

Questions/Need Help?

If you have questions about the recruitment or need an accommodation for the recruitment process, please email to: [e-mail] or call 503-986-4584.

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