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Maple Tree Tapper, Farm Laborer

North Maine Maple, Inc.

Skowhegan, ME

$17.25 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+12074311481
Email address to Apply:
northmainemaple@gmail.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
53
Job Duties:
Seasonal, full time job in a remote area of Northern Maine working on a maple syrup farm performing duties related to harvesting maple sap. Ali tools and equipment necessary will be provided by the farm owners. Workers will clear brush, install, replace, maintain and remove tubing systems, tap maple trees, evaluate the health of sugar maples for potential sap production, monitor sap flow levels in tubing, pull taps at the end of the season and clean and store equipment. This is outdoor work performed in part during harsh winter temperatures and conditions, and includes extensive walking and frequent stooping.
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:
See Addendum C
Number of Hours Per Week:
57
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
7:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
North Maine Maple, Inc.
Location:
Skowhegan, ME 04976
Telephone Number:
+15817738600

Worksite

Address:
888 Bigelow Hill Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-23269-380412
Multiple Worksites:
No
Date Posted:
10/5/2023

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