Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

Jackson-Citrus, Inc.; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in farming is seeking dedicated Farmworkers and Laborers for crop, nursery, and greenhouse tasks. The role requires outdoor work in various weather conditions, focusing on seed production fields. Applicants must demonstrate strength and endurance, adhere to strict sanitation practices, and maintain hygiene in the field. This entry-level, full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to essential agricultural processes.

Qualifications

• Must work outdoors for at least six hours a day.
• Full availability for the entire employment period.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties such as detasseling seed corn.
• Remove rogue plants, weeds, and volunteer corn.

Skills

Strength

Endurance

Job description

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

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Job Overview

This position involves performing duties such as detasseling seed corn, removing rogue plants, weeds, and volunteer corn from seed production fields. Workers must be able to work outdoors for at least six hours a day in all weather conditions, demonstrating strength and endurance. Tools will be provided at no cost, but workers may be charged for damages or failure to return tools. The job requires full availability for the entire period specified by the employer.

Additional Requirements

• Follow sanitation practices at all times, including handwashing and reporting injuries or illnesses.
• No tobacco, food, gum, candy, drinks other than water, or medication allowed in the fields.
• No jewelry, watches, long fingernails, open-toe shoes, sandals, or glass items in the field.
• Maintain proper hygiene and keep rest areas clean.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Farming

For more information, see the original posting: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12632494

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