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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Field Workers (cilantro & Celery Harvest)

Rancho Nuevo Harvesting, Inc.

Lompoc, CA

$18.65 per hour

INACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+18053471370
Email address to Apply:
hrsm@rnharvesting.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
16
Job Duties:
Field Workers: Field worker to harvest cilantro. Cutting is done by kneeling on beds next to a machine or without a machine. The employee determines the size and quality of the product to be harvested. Then, using a harvesting hand knife, the employee cuts the appropriate amount of product from its roots, cleans by hand the defective leaves and trims the stems. The product is then tied, sleeved or banded before being packed or placed into a box/tote or placed on a belt. The cartons or totes have a specific count or weight requirement. Celery Harvest- Field worker to harvest celery, organic and conventional. Cut, bunch, pack, and load fresh celery in the field on the farm. Cutting is done on harvesting machine by using hands and cutting knife. Using a harvesting hand knife and bending at the waist, the employee cuts the stalk from the roots and trims the outer stalks from the stalk to prepare it to be packed into a cartons, totes, or bins. The process is repeated. Worker responsible for cleaning of equipment and maintenance of yard. Crew Lead- Team Leaders will additionally be responsible for checking quality, filling out paperwork, and receiving order for production. May clock in other workers. Packing will be performed in the field. Machine set up: Worker will check the machine for water and diesel; Put sticker on bags; Supply cartons for the day and put on the machine; Open or close machine; Put machine where crew will start; move trailer, drive tractor and caterpillar. General Labor- Weeding using long-handled hoes, transplanting, runner cutting, plant thinning, and ranch maintenance, pulling plastic, pulling of drip tape, cleaning of old and new vegetative growth on plant bed. Plant bed will be classified as Medium or High according to the amount of runners and new/old vegetative growth present during performing work task. Machine set up- On the farm, workers will check the machine for water and diesel; Put sticker on bags; Supply cartons for the day and put on the machine; Open or close machine; Put machine where crew will start; move trailer, drive tractor and caterpillar. Mechanics- On the farm, Mechanics will fix tractors, cat loaders, harvest machines, lunch trailers, painting of the harvest equipment, and will perform other mechanic functions that the harvesting equipment may need. Work takes place on various farms. Mechanics must be able to lift 40 pounds. This work is considered secondary agriculture under the Fair Labor Standards Act because it is directly performed in conjunction with the farming operations and takes place on the farm. Sanitation worker- Cleans, pressure washes, and moves restrooms on farms/fields.
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:
All workers must have at least 1 month of experience in cilantro harvest or celery harvest. Specific requirements include lifting up to 30-55 pounds frequently and able to use hand tools, including cutting knives. Must be able to work under conditions where skin and clothing become heavily soiled with mud, water, grease, etc. Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions, including rain, cold, high winds, etc. Work involves frequent bending and working in bent or stooped positions. Must be able to walk and stand up extensively. No smoking, alcohol, firearms in the field or residential housing.
Number of Hours Per Week:
35
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
5:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Rancho Nuevo Harvesting, Inc.
Location:
Santa Maria, CA 93458

Worksite

Address:
NE Corner W Ocean Ave & Floradale Ave, Lompoc, CA 93436

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-23034-747386
Multiple Worksites:
No
Additional Wage Information:
Cilantro: Tote. $1.35 Piece Rate; Individual Piece Rate. Pieces per hour: 14 pieces per hour: $18.90; Unit of Measure:23.6 "x 15.7" x 7.2", 23.6" x 15.7"x 10.7"
Date Posted:
2/28/2023
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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