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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

3

Job Duties:

Participate in the inspection, grading, sorting, storage, and post-harvest treatment of crops such as working with augers, shovels, scoops; Repair and maintain farm vehicles, implements, and mechanical equipment; Operate tractors, tractor-drawn machinery, and self-propelled machinery (much of which is equipped with GPS) such as combine, planter, sprayer, tillage tool to plow, harrow and fertilize soil, or to plant, cultivate, spray and harvest crops such as hay, wheat, soybeans, corn; Load inputs and drive trucks to transport to employer’s fields, load employer’s crops and drive trucks to transport to fields and storage facilities such as elevators, bins, silos, piles/bags in close proximity to the farm; Clean work areas and maintain grounds and landscaping; Regulate conditions; Attend to live farm animals including cattle such as feeding, watering, monitoring, herding, tagging, branding, segregating, moving, calving; Repair farm buildings, fences, and other structures; Attach implements using hand tools; speak and understand English. FLSP Commitments: 1) Universal Application of Benefits: The employer commits to providing all benefits, protections, and working conditions described in this job order equally to H-2A workers and U.S. workers in corresponding employment at all worksites covered by this application. This commitment ensures fair treatment for all workers regardless of their visa status. 2) The employer will offer a bonus payment to workers based on years of experience they have obtained by working for the employer or other factors such as work performance, skill, punctuality, licensing, training, prior work experience, etc. This bonus will be in addition to all required wages and will not be used to meet the required wage rate and will generally be 10% of the total number of hours at the regularly hourly rate in addition to the regular pay. 3) The employer will be improve housing for workers by replacing heating/cooling unit and upgrading furniture. 4) The employer is committed to upskilling all workers. We will provide on the job training and orientation training to each individual to ensure that they are both ready to work in the current role as well as advancing in their given field. We will check in with workers to ensure that they are getting the training they need throughout the growing season. 5) The employer will purchase tools and equipment needed to make repairs and fencing easier and more safe, and the employer will purchase fans, heaters, and chillers for the cattle working facility. 6) There will be paid sick leave for all workers up to 8 hours per month (up to 6 days in a year). 7) the employer will pay for advertising to attract qualified workers. 8) USDA Research Participation: The employer will participate in a USDA-sponsored research study on agricultural labor practices. Workers may be invited to voluntarily participate in surveys or interviews. Participation or non-participation will not affect employment status, wages, or working conditions. 9) Know Your Rights and Resources (KYRR) Training: The employer will provide a mandatory 2-hour KYRR training to all workers at the beginning of their job contract. This training, conducted by a USDA- approved provider in a language understood by workers, will cover worker rights and available resources. Workers will be compensated at the required rate for this training time.

Job Classification:

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

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

3

Special Requirements:

Three (3) months recent and verifiable experience required for the job duties listed. Must be able to obtain appropriate drivers license following hire and obtain clean driving record. Be able to lift up to 75 lbs. Once hired, worker may be required to take a random drug test at no cost to the worker. Testing positive for an illegal/controlled substance or failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment.

Number of Hours Per Week:

48

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Ronald Yeargin

Location:

Greenfield, TN 38230

Worksite

Address:

3640 Greenfield Hwy 54, Greenfield, TN 38230

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-24366-577911

Multiple Worksites:

No

Date Posted:

1/13/2025

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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