Field Technician: Farm Equipment & Irrigation

H2ajobs; Iota (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Meals provided

Transportation

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking workers for farm operations in Louisiana to operate equipment, manage irrigation, and tend to crawfish traps. Employer-provided housing, meals, and transportation are included. The role requires flexibility and adherence to safety and sanitation standards, with duties that may shift across sites as needed.

No formal experience is required, and workers may be employed under the H-2A program. Random drug testing may be conducted; employer supports transportation to the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Operate farm equipment including crawfish boats, tractors with implements, ATVs, sprayers.
• Attend to crawfish traps: bait, set, collect, repair, clean, store traps.
• Assist irrigation activities: maintain, repair, operate equipment; manage field drainage and water supply.
• Perform sanitation duties; uphold OSHA standards; keep facilities clean and safe.
• Mow grass around fields and farm shop; dig drainage channels and repair fences.
• Perform minor repairs to farm buildings and fencing; use hand tools for maintenance.
• Inform farmers or farm managers about crop progress; adapt to changing duties and locations.

Job description

H2ajobs is seeking workers for farm operations in Louisiana to operate equipment, manage irrigation, and tend to crawfish traps. Employer-provided housing, meals, and transportation are included. The role requires flexibility and adherence to safety and sanitation standards, with duties that may shift across sites as needed.

No formal experience is required, and workers may be employed under the H-2A program. Random drug testing may be conducted; employer supports transportation to the U.S.