Farmworkers and Laborers

Associated Growers, Inc; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

H2ajobs in Meridian, Mississippi is seeking workers for agricultural positions. Housing and meals are employer-provided, with shared dining and kitchen facilities. If kitchen services are unavailable, three daily meals may be supplied, with possible meal deductions.

Transportation is provided or reimbursed, including inbound travel to the U.S. consulate and to the work site. Applicants should have at least 2 months of verifiable agricultural experience and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Two months experience in verifiable agricultural work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Job description

See Addendum C

Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)

Meals: Employer-provided housing includes free and convenient kitchen facilities with appropriate equipment, appliances, cooking accessories, and dishwashing facilities for meal preparation. Workers residing in employer-provided housing will be provided free transportation once per week to/from closest town or city for personal errands (e.g., groceries, banking services). Dining, kitchen/cooking facilities and other common areas are shared by all workers. In the event that kitchen facilities become unavailable during the contract period, employer will provide three daily meals in accordance with 20 CFR 655.122(g). In such circumstances, employer will deduct the cost of such meals up to the maximum allowable amount published in the Federal Register, or as otherwise approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Transport: Employer will permit workers to select any means of transportation they choose and reimburse workers at no less than the most economical and reasonable common carrier (e.g., van, bus, plane) transportation charges for the distances involved for both inbound and outbound transportation. Inbound transportation provided from the foreign worker's home city to the U.S. consulate and from the U.S. Consulate to the work site.

Experience wanted: 2 months

Workers must have at least 2 months of experience in verifiable agricultural work. Specific requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds.

All new employees are subject to a post-hire, employer-paid drug test. Any employee who declines to take or fails this drug test will be terminated and paid for all hours worked, if any. Employer also reserves the right to conduct employer-paid post-accident drug testing. Any employee who declines to take or fails a drug test will be immediately terminated.