Rice & Crawfish Farmhand: Fieldwork & Equipment

H2ajobs; Crowley (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

H2ajobs in Louisiana is seeking general farm workers for a rice and crawfish operation. Duties include operating tractors, field prep, water maintenance, fertilizing, planting, harvest, and crawfish handling.

Workers may repair equipment and fences, load trucks, and assist with housing and meals as noted in the addendum. Must be able to lift 70 lbs, work outdoors in heat, and endure long or irregular hours. H-2A and US workers welcomed; random drug tests may occur.

Qualifications

• Three months positive verifiable prior experience in the job offered.
• Must have legal authority to work in the US.
• Must be able to lift and carry 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor and assist with field prep, water maintenance, and other farming tasks.
• Harvest and grade crawfish, wash crawfish for shipment, and assist with trap repair.
• Repair and maintain farm equipment, fences, roads, and shop; load/unload trucks.

Job description

H2ajobs in Louisiana is seeking general farm workers for a rice and crawfish operation. Duties include operating tractors, field prep, water maintenance, fertilizing, planting, harvest, and crawfish handling.

Workers may repair equipment and fences, load trucks, and assist with housing and meals as noted in the addendum. Must be able to lift 70 lbs, work outdoors in heat, and endure long or irregular hours. H-2A and US workers welcomed; random drug tests may occur.