Harvest Field Specialist – Lettuce & Greens

Imigrus; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Piece rate pay

Job summary

Alco Harvesting, LLC is seeking field workers to harvest a variety of lettuce, spinach, cilantro and parsley in designated fields. Workers cut, bag and load produce in the field, using harvesting tools and basic trimming techniques.

They will operate tractors and field equipment, maintain cleanliness of tools, and work 40 hours per week in an outdoor farm setting with exposure to mud and varying weather conditions. Training will be provided on-site.

Qualifications

• 1 month of harvesting experience in listed commodities.
• Able to lift 50-65 pounds frequently.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions (rain, cold, heat).
• Frequent bending and standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Harvest lettuce, spinach, cilantro and parsley in the field and load into cartons or totes.
• Cut, bag, pack, and load fresh product in the field using harvesting tools.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and yard; operate tractors and field machines as needed.

Skills

Harvesting experience

Lifts 50-65 lbs

Outdoor weather work

Bends and stands long periods

Tools

Cutting knives

Tractor operation

Job description

Alco Harvesting, LLC is seeking field workers to harvest a variety of lettuce, spinach, cilantro and parsley in designated fields. Workers cut, bag and load produce in the field, using harvesting tools and basic trimming techniques.

They will operate tractors and field equipment, maintain cleanliness of tools, and work 40 hours per week in an outdoor farm setting with exposure to mud and varying weather conditions. Training will be provided on-site.