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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

3

Job Duties:

Crops/Commodities: Hay, Cattle. Primary duties (performed the majority of workdays): Perform manual and/or mechanized duties associated with a hay farm, and care/raising of livestock on a ranch. Work may include mechanized field work using power equipment. By way of example and not limited to, power equipment may include tractors, sprayers, mowers, bush hogs and other equipment. Workers will be expected to be able to operate agricultural equipment with or without direction. Limited maintenance of farm equipment by way of welding or grinding. Mow, cut, and weed fields in preparation of hay planting. Plant, cut, bale and haul hay grasses between worksites. Perform ditching, shoveling, hoeing, hauling, ground preparation, and other manual tasks. Bending, stooping, and kneeling required. Use hand tools including but not limited to hoes, shovels, shears, clippers, loppers, and saws. Lift, carry, and load/unload products or supplies. Assist with farm building/field maintenance and repairs. Building and field maintenance may include the use of lawnmowers, handheld power equipment such as weed eaters, blowers, chainsaws, and power washers. Repair fences used to contain herd animals, and clean fence rows. Install/maintain irrigation systems and water lines. Move and install irrigation pipes and equipment. Dig and maintain ditches. Apply fertilizers, plant growth chemicals, conditioners, and other plant related treatments at the correct times depending on plant type, growth, climate, and crop conditions. Minimal time will be spent feeding and watering livestock. Herding livestock to pasture for grazing. Herding animals into corral and/or stall. Manually restraining animal. Must wear assigned personal protective equipment when required. Must report for work daily wearing work clothing and boots or other durable footwear. Workers wearing clothing inappropriate for work will not be permitted to start work. Outdoor work required when plants are wet, or during light rain, snow, moderate winds, direct sun, high humidity, and extreme temperatures. Temperatures in fields during working hours may vary. Workers may be required to work during occasional showers not severe enough to stop field operations. Work is done outdoors for long periods of time and requires prolonged periods of standing and/or walking, repetitive movements, and frequent bending and/or stooping. Workers must be able to handle, lift, and carry heavy or bulky objects (product, containers) in accordance with the specified lifting requirements. Workers with a clean driving record (no major moving violations such as but not limited to Driving While Intoxicated or Reckless Driving) and able to obtain an insurable driver's license may be required to drive company vehicles. Workers with appropriate licenses and a valid doctor's certificate may be asked to drive other workers. Supervisor(s) will provide instructions and directions to workers. Workers must be able to comprehend and follow instructions and communicate effectively to supervisors. Unusual, complex, or non-routine activities will be supervised. Workers expected to perform basic duties in a proficient manner without close supervision. Allergies to ragweed, goldenrod, honeybees, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, or related chemicals may affect a worker's ability to perform the job. Persons seeking employment in this position must be available for the entire period requested by the employer. All primary duties are entry-level and require close supervision and/or a short-demonstration of the task by a more experienced worker. Employer may request, but not require, workers to work more than the stated daily hours and/or on a worker's Sabbath or federal holidays. Worker must report to work at designated time and place each day. Daily or weekly work schedule may vary due to weather, sunlight, temperature, crop conditions, and other factors.

Job Classification:

45-2093.00 - Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

1

Special Requirements:

This job requires a minimum of 1 months of agricultural field work experience working in a hay farm handling tasks. Applicants must be able to furnish verbal or written statement establishing relevant prior work experience. Work for extended periods outdoors in extremely high temperatures and humid conditions. Prolonged walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting, carrying, and loading up to 60 lbs. for extended periods of time. Must be 18 years or older. Operate tools as needed in safe manner.

Number of Hours Per Week:

48

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

7:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Trade Name/Doing Business As:

Dodson Ranch

Company Name:

Loyd Dodson

Location:

Haughton, LA 71037

Worksite

Address:

355 Sandy Bayou Rd, Coushatta, LA 71019

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-25364-515767

Multiple Worksites:

No

Date Posted:

1/15/2026

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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