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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

82

Job Duties:

Field Laborer: Celery, Cabbage to perform the following duties: Field worker to harvest celery and organic celery.  Cut, bunch, pack, and load fresh celery in the field.  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 carton, tote, or bin. Worker is also responsible for operating Tractor’s and machines used to perform this task. The process is repeated.  Worker responsible for cleaning of equipment and maintenance of yard. Worker is also responsible for operating tractor’s and machines used to perform this task.  Field worker to harvest cabbage. Cut and core fresh cabbage in the field. Cutting and coring is done on a harvesting belt using hands and a cutting/coring knife. Using a coring knife and bending at the waist, the employee cuts the lettuce from the root, trims the outer leaves, cores the center of the cabbage with a knife and places on belt. The process is repeated, workers are responsible for cleaning of equipment.    Machine set up includes: Check 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.  Workers may occasionally and/or sporadically perform duties associated with and directly related to the primary duties.  Such work will be temporary and unsubstantial agricultural labor. 

Job Classification:

45-2092.00 - Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

1

Special Requirements:

1 month of experience in harvesting any of the commodities listed. Specific requirements include lifting up to 50-65 pounds frequently and being 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. Work is performed in open fields and may involve exposure to mud, dust, wind, heat, cold, and other natural elements. Temperatures can range from 30 degrees Fahrenheit to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the period of employment.

Number of Hours Per Week:

40

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

5:00 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Alco Harvesting, LLC

Location:

Santa Maria, CA 93458

Worksite

Address:

Harrison Farms, Gila K Ranch: 32°38'40.80"N 114°40'16.52"W, Yuma, AZ 85365

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-23292-444714

Multiple Worksites:

No

Date Posted:

11/7/2023

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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