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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

General Farm/irrigation Worker

Taylor Ranch

Roswell, NM

$15.62 per hour

INACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Email address to Apply:
lori@ranchline.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
4
Job Duties:
Worker will be required to perform a variety of duties related to the production of alfalfa, corn, and wheat. The majority of the work activities during the overall contract period, however, will be related to general farm work. General Farm Work will include the following responsibilities: maintain, drive, attach, and operate farm implements/tractors/equipment to till soil, plant, cultivate, fertilize, and harvest crops; make minor mechanical adjustments and repairs on farm machinery; may mix and/or spray chemicals (according to appropriate restrictive use laws, when/if applicable); remove undesirable and excess growth from crops or farm grounds; remove rocks from field; paint/repair/maintain farm structures; maintain/repair fencing; perform general cleanup of farm areas; load/unload trucks; operate vehicle, motor bike, or all-terrain vehicle in the course of performing duties; workers possessing the proper licensure may be asked to transport other farm workers. Irrigation duties will include the following: Hand lines: connect pipes; check alignment of pipe and adjust for proper water distribution; turn on pump; turn valves to start flow of water. Pivots: operate system. Flood Irrigation: lift gate in side of flooded irrigation ditch/pipe permitting water to flow into bordered section of field; shovel and pack dirt in low spots of embankment or cut trenches in high areas to direct water flow; close gate in ditch/pipe when bordered section is flooded; open gate or connect pipe to underground pipe system that releases water flow into reservoir or ditch. Other Irrigation Duties: observe revolving sprinklers and adjust to ensure proper operation and uniform distribution of water; disassemble, service, and store pipes/mainlines/wheel lines after irrigation season; assist maintenance supervisor as needed.
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:
No
Special Requirements:
Applicants must have 20 days experience with farm & irrigation work and provide the contact information of at least one reference who can verify experience and performance.
Number of Hours Per Week:
48
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
7:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Taylor Ranch
Location:
Roswell, NM 88201

Worksite

Address:
271 Capitan Road (Township 9 S, Range 24 E, Sections 1, 2, 11 & 12), Roswell, NM 88201

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-23324-515007
Multiple Worksites:
No
Date Posted:
11/27/2023
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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