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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Field Staff Ambassador

Wafla

Benton City, WA

$22.00 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+13607017661
Email address to Apply:
H2jobs@wafla.org
Web address to Apply:
www.WorkSourceWA.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
1
Job Duties:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: *Conduct on-site bilingual (English/Spanish) training programs for seasonal agricultural workers. *Conduct basic on-site bilingual (English/Spanish) training. *Work to resolve work related conflicts between workers and employer members. *Observe deficiencies and recommend solutions for complex issues that surround developing a legal, stable agricultural workforce. Reliable attendance is important in meeting the needs of growers/employers. *Workers do not have hiring, firing, or any supervisory responsibility. *Provide oversight and assistance to the Housing Manager within the assigned region. General cleanup of housing areas and perform other related duties as required. *May occasionally drive vehicles to haul crops, supplies, tools, and farmworkers. *Speaking and listening in English and Spanish, carrying, hand movement. *Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and be insurable. *Knowledge of the Agricultural Industry, Immigration, or Federal H-2A program. *Possess excellent cultural sensitivity skills. *Willingness to learn and accept feedback for continuous growth. *Highly organized with excellent time management and communication skills. * Must live in the Employer-provided housing and be available in the early-morning and late-afternoon. *Ability to legally drive in Washington State. *Experience working with agricultural employers and laborers. SKILLS & ABILITIES: *Basic knowledge and understanding of seasonal agricultural, agricultural housing requirements, guidelines, and maintenance. *Working knowledge of supervision including performance evaluations, corrective action, and scheduling. *Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish, basic conversational level English. *Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions. Ability to perform duties independently. *Ability to work autonomously or in a team setting. * Ability to compile, categorize, audit, or verify information or data. *Basic knowledge of computer skills such as electronic mail software, internet browser software, office suite software, presentation software, spreadsheet software, and work processing software. This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employees’ ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.
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:
3
Special Requirements:
Worker must possess 3 months of experience on a H-2A contract or in conflict resolution with agricultural workers. 4e) Must be able to lift and/or load 50lbs. 4f) Work may take place when temperatures are below freezing and above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. 4g) May require extensive pulling and/or pushing of tools, wheelbarrows, fruit containers, etc. 4h) May require worker to sit and/or walk for extensive periods of time while sorting, picking, examining, weeding, transporting, pruning, etc. 4i) Workers will be required to stoop and/or bend over while performing farm labor such as weeding, irrigating, pruning, picking, removing debris, etc. 4j) There will be repetitive movements while performing most of the farm labor duties, for example picking, sorting, pruning, shoveling, weeding, etc.
Number of Hours Per Week:
40
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
8:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Wafla
Location:
Lacey, WA 98516

Worksite

Address:
2701 West Breezie, Benton City, WA 99320

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-24353-555913
Multiple Worksites:
No
Additional Wage Information:
Workers may be eligible for bonuses based on performance or other company policy.
Date Posted:
1/8/2025
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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