Farm Hand

Temalpakh Farm Corporation; Coachella (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Temalpakh Farm Corporation in California is seeking Farm Hands to record crop information, assist in planting, transplanting, and harvesting by hand, and ensure quality standards. You will identify plants, pests, and weeds to guide pesticide and fertilizer use, and occasionally operate tractors and service farm machinery while following safety practices.

The role supports the Farm Operations Manager, communicates crop progress, and performs packing and loading tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
• At least 2 years of agriculture experience are preferred.
• Experience operating tractors is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to pass a soft background check is required.
• Ability to obtain a gaming license with Augustine Gaming Commission is required.

Responsibilities

• Harvest, dig, plant seeds and transplant seedlings by hand.
• Load agricultural products into trucks, boxes, or storage facilities.
• Wash produce and bins; keep cold storage tidy.
• Assist with packing Farm Box orders and distribution.
• Assist with field and date grove operations under supervision.
• Assist the Farm Operations Manager on tasks as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Planning and organizing

Flexibility

Adaptability

Customer service orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Summary

Farm Hands will record information about crops such as pesticide use. Farm Hands will dig and plant seeds, or transplant seedlings by hand and harvest vegetables by hand and check every item to ensure it meets the farm’s standards while tossing away items that do not pass that threshold. Farm Hands will identify plants, pests, and weeds to determine the selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers. Farm Hands will inform the Farm Operations Manager of crop progress and will occasionally operate tractors and service farm machinery as needed. Farm Hands will also be required to adhere to agricultural workplace safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Harvest, dig, plant seeds and/or transplant seedlings by hand.


• Load agriculture products into trucks, boxes, and/or storage facilities.


• Wash produce and produce bins, keep cold storage rooms tidy.


• Assist with packing of Farm Box orders and distribution.


• Assist with field and date grove operations as needed under the direction of the Farm Operations Manager.


• Assist the Farm Operations Manager on tasks as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications/Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.


• At least 2 years of experience working in agriculture preferred.


• Experience operating tractors preferred.


• Valid driver’s license.


• Ability to pass a soft criminal/background check.


• Ability to obtain and maintain a gaming license with Augustine Gaming Commission.

Competencies and Annual Requirements

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.


• Planning and organizing


• Prioritizing


• Information gathering and information monitoring


• Attention to detail and accuracy


• Flexibility


• Adaptability


• Customer service orientation

Note

This description incorporates the most typical duties performed. It is recognized that other duties not specifically mentioned may also be performed. The inclusion of these duties would not alter the overall evaluation of the position.

If none of the applicants should meet the stated qualifications, applicants whose education and experience are less than the stated requirements, may be interviewed and hired provided the applicant hired submits a formal written training plan within (30) thirty days which can be completed within a reasonable time agreed upon by the supervisor and the applicant. Applicants who are hired and fail to meet the agreed upon formal training program, will be discharged upon failure to complete the specified training as so scheduled.

Indian Preference Policy

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with Tribal Law. Verification must be submitted with this application, if claiming Indian Preference. Consideration will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, or other non-merit factors.