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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

75

Job Duties:

Crops include Hydrangeas, Zygocactus, Poinsettias, Garden Mums, and mixed Annuals. Worker must possess the physical strength and endurance (ability to continue or last) to repeat the harvest process though out the workday, working quickly and skillfully to perform activities assigned during that activity. Workers must work at a sustained (continuing for an extended period of time without interruption), vigorous pace (quick and steady) and make bona fide efforts (made in earnest intent) to work efficiently (performing or functions in the best possible manner with the least waste of time and effort) and consistently (same way for a long time) that are reasonable under the climatic and other working conditions, Workers may not leave trash, or other discarded items in work areas or vehicles but must dispose of such items in provided receptacles. Workers must wash hands with soap and water after all bathroom and meal breaks. Allergies to varieties of ragweed, goldenrod, insecticides, related agricultural chemicals, etc., may affect worker’s ability to perform the work described herein. Primary Responsivities: Under supervision, assist various departments in ensuring effective production of quality products in an efficient and productive manner. Workers will follow instructions to: • Planting of Crops • Harvesting of crops • Crop Maintenance (disbudding, pinching, cultivate, irrigate, fertilize and spray) • Quality inspection of products. • Ensure proper movement of product and supplies in the facility (assigned area) • Prepare and pack product for shipment. • Move/space/sort product as instructed/required • “Break down” trucks, stock product neatly and carefully into the Warehouse department coolers. • Bring product out to the “floor” to keep production moving steady. • Work/Move product in the various areas • Wrap Product and load boxes onto skids to prepare for shipment. • General Maintenance and repair • Assist in all areas of production as needed • Maintain a safe work environment. • Follow direction given from all Supervisors/Lead Hands/Lead Hand Assistants. • Abide by company policies and procedures • Perform other duties as required to meet the needs of the business Working Conditions: • Work is normally performed in the greenhouse & Warehouse Department • Field work when needed. • High physical effort is required. (Bending, twisting, lifting, walking, sitting) • Some heavy lifting required (up to 50lbs) • Constant change in temperature, which could be undesirable (hot/cold temperatures) • Full workweek with long hours during harvest periods • Weekends and holidays required when necessary to meet business/customer requirements. • Nights and afternoons required when necessary.

Job Classification:

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

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

3

Special Requirements:

Must have three months experience working in agriculture/horticulture. Applicants must be able to furnish affirmative job references from recent employers operating comparable operations establishing acceptable previous experience. Must be physically able to meet and perform all job specifications stated in job order. Must be able to work in the hot humid weather for extended periods of time. Workers are subject to random drug testing at no cost to the employee. All drug testing will occur after the worker begins his or her employment and is not a part of the interview process. Failing or refusing a drug test will result in immediate termination.

Number of Hours Per Week:

40

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

7:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Trade Name/Doing Business As:

One Floral

Company Name:

Flower Group USA LLC

Location:

Jordan Station, undefined L0R1S0

Worksite

Address:

6761 CR 4300, Hillister, TX 77624

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-24155-065049

Multiple Worksites:

No

Date Posted:

6/13/2024

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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