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Farmworker

Sun Sprout Farm, LLC

Chester, NY

$16.95 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+18455008130
Email address to Apply:
info@sunsproutfarm.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
7
Job Duties:
The Farmworker will perform a combination of the following duties in connection with growing a variety of certified organic vegetables including, cabbage, broccoli, carrots, greens, cucumbers, eggplant, herbs, onions, peppers. Tomatoes, squash among others. Participate in all aspects of crop production including soil preparation, greenhouse seeding, transplanting, cultivation, weeding, pruning, watering, harvesting, washing and marketing. Harvest full-grown crops requiring digging, picking, loading lifting. Load and transport harvested crops to market. Work in all weather conditions. Ability to lift 80lbs with assistance. 1 month of experience as farmworker. Random drug testing may be required post-hire at employer expense for both H-2A and domestic workers. 60 Hours/week. Additional hours required as necessary based on weather and crop progression. Hours may vary based on weather and crop conditions.
Job Classification:
45-2092.00 - Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

The job/industry classification and description includes general information on the position from ONET/OES and the North American Industry Classification System. Please review Job Duties and Job Order for more information.

Job Requirements

Experience Required:
Yes
Months of Experience Required:
1
Special Requirements:
Ability to lift 80lbs with assistance. 1 month experience as farmworker. Random drug testing may be required post-hire at employer expense for both H-2A and domestic workers. Employer agrees to provide to the worker, without charge or deposit charge, all tools, supplies, and equipment required to perform the duties assigned.
Number of Hours Per Week:
60
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
7:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Sun Sprout Farm, LLC
Location:
Chester, NY 10918
Telephone Number:
+18455008130

Worksite

Address:
168 Meadow Avenue, Chester, NY 10918

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-23004-681313
Multiple Worksites:
No
Date Posted:
1/13/2023

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