Field Laborer

H2ajobs; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Transportation support

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking a Field Worker to harvest lettuce and related vegetables in outdoor farm settings. You will cut, bag, pack, and load fresh produce in the field, using knives and harvesting machines, and operate tractors as needed. The role requires lifting heavy loads and working in varied weather conditions.

Experience is welcome, with a 1-month minimum in harvesting. Housing, meals, and transportation support may be provided in some cases.

Qualifications

• 1 month of experience in harvesting any of the listed commodities.
• Ability to lift 50–65 pounds frequently.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions and dirty environments.

Responsibilities

• Harvest field crops including lettuce varieties, spinach, cilantro, parsley, broccoli.
• Cut, bag, pack, and load product in the field.
• Operate tractors and field machines as required.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work area.

Skills

Harvesting

Manual lifting

Knife handling

Machine operation

Tools

Harvesting knife

Tractors

Job description

Field Worker – Head Lettuce (Iceberg), Bulk Lettuce (Iceberg) Romaine, Red Leaf, Green Leaf, Organic Romaine, Celery, Organic Celery, Romaine Hearts, Organic Romaine Hearts, Broccoli, Organic Broccoli, Spinach, Cilantro, Parsley, Cauliflower, Organic Cauliflower, Green Cabbage and Red Cabbage, to perform the following duties:

Field worker to harvest both conventional green leaf, red leaf & romaine. Cut, bag, pack, and load fresh product in the field. Cutting is done on harvesting machine by using hands and cutting knife. Using a harvesting hand knife and bending at the waist, the employee cuts the head from the roots and trims the outer leaves from the head to prepare it to be packed into a carton, bag, tote, or bin. The process is repeated. Worker is responsible for cleaning of equipment and maintenance of yard. Worker is also responsible for operating Tractor's and machines used to perform this task.

Field worker to harvest romaine, organic romaine, head lettuce (iceberg), organic romaine hearts, and romaine hearts. Cut, bag, pack, and load fresh product in the field. Cutting is done on harvesting machine by using hands and cutting knife. Using a harvesting hand knife and bending at the waist, the employee cuts the head from the roots and trims the outer leaves from the head to prepare it to be packed into a carton, tote, or bin. The process is repeated. Worker is responsible for cleaning of equipment and maintenance of yard. Worker is also responsible for operating Tractor's and machines used to perform this task.

Field worker to harvest bulk lettuce. Cut and core fresh iceberg lettuce in the field. Cutting and coring is done on a harvesting belt using hands and a cutting/coring knife. Using a coring knife and bending at the waist, the employee cuts the lettuce from the root, trims the outer leaves, cores the center of the lettuce with a knife and places on belt. The process is repeated, workers are responsible for cleaning of equipment.

Field Worker to harvest spinach, cilantro, and parsley. Cutting is done by kneeling on beds next to a machine or without a machine. The employee determines the size and quality of the product to be harvested. Then, using a harvesting hand knife, the employee cuts the appropriate amount of product from its roots, cleans by hand the defective leaves, and trims the stems. The product is then either tied, sleeved, or banded before being packed or placed into a box/tote or placed on a belt. The cartons or totes have a specific count or weight requirement.

Field worker to harvest organic broccoli, broccoli. Cut, trim, bag, pack, and load fresh broccoli in the field. Cutting is done on harvesting machine by using hands and cutting knife. Using a harvesting hand knife and bending at the waist, the employee cuts the head from the roots and trims the outer leaves from the head to prepare it to be packed into a carton, tote, or bin. The process is repeated. Worker is responsible for cleaning of equipment and maintenance of yard. Worker is also responsible for operating Tractor's and machines used to perform this task.

Machine set up includes: Check machine for water and diesel; Put sticker on bags; Supply cartons for the day and put on the machine; Open or close machine; Put machine where crew will start; Move trailer.

Workers may occasionally and/or sporadically perform duties associated with and directly related to the primary duties. Such work will be temporary and unsubstantial agricultural labor.

Housing: Rental or public accommodations

Meals: Workers living in employer provided housing without kitchen facilities will receive three meals per day, seven days a week. A deduction of $16.78 per day (or higher when the Department of Labor publishes the new maximum meal deduction rate or approves a higher meal charge) for employer-prepared or provided meals will be made from the paychecks of all workers occupying employer provided housing without kitchen facilities.

Transport: The following provisions pertaining to provision or reimbursement for inbound and return transportation and subsistence apply only to persons recruited from outside normal commuting distance

Experience wanted: 1 months

1 month of experience in harvesting any of the commodities listed. Specific requirements include lifting up to 50-65 pounds frequently and being able to use hand tools, including cutting knives. Must be able to work under conditions where skin and clothing become heavily soiled with mud, water, grease, etc. Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions, including rain, cold, high winds, etc. Work involves frequent bending and working in bent or stooped positions. Must be able to walk and stand up extensively. No smoking, alcohol, firearms in the field or residential housing.

Work is performed in open fields and may involve exposure to mud, dust, wind, heat, cold, and other natural elements. Temperatures can range from 30 degrees Fahrenheit to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the period of employment. Workers should come prepared with appropriate clothing and footwear for the environmental and working conditions described.