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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

25

Job Duties:

Workers will perform assigned duties as instructed by their supervisor. Duties may vary from time to time. Willing to commit for the entire season. Pears and Apples - Climb ladders up to 12 feet in length carrying up to 40 pounds. Ties, wraps, and trains apple and pear trees. Care for trees during growing process. Recognize tree disease. Pick fruit according to size, color, and grade. Workers picking Fuji and Honey Crisp Apples must pick with great care not to bruise them. Workers must exercise care to prevent bruising or breaking of trees/fruit. Workers will use a harness, bucket or bag while picking low hanging fruit while standing on the ground and higher branches while standing on a ladder. Repair, maintain and clean all hand tools and mechanical equipment. Orchard Maintenance - includes weeding, pruning, thinning, staking, and field clean up. Workers will use Pruning clippers and saws. Workers may operate forklift. Workers will be responsible for the elimination of old and unproductive trees and plants. Building and Grounds Maintenance: Wash, clean, repair, and paint farm existing buildings and farmhouses. Repair and mend fences on grounds. Remove debris from the ground such as sticks, straw, rocks, paper, etc. Workers may be responsible for collecting garbage, cleaning bathrooms, sweeping, and mopping floors. Workers may be asked to transport workers to fields and grocery store.

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 be 18 years old or older. Workers must have 3 months experience in orchard/farm work. A valid drivers' license is required to transport workers to fields and grocery store. Workers should come prepared wearing appropriate clothing and footwear for the environmental and working conditions described. Cell phone can only be used during breaks, emergencies, and communicated with supervisor when needed. All tools, supplies and equipment will be provided at no cost to workers. Must be able to work with minimum supervision. Workers should expect periods of little/no work and hours/days will vary due to weather conditions beyond the employers control and daily hours may be extended due to planting and harvesting demands. Most of the workday is spent in agricultural fields and involves exposure to sun, wind, rain, soil, mud, dust, heat, cold, humidity, and other natural elements.

Number of Hours Per Week:

35

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

8:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Amos Farms, LLC (Petition 2)

Location:

Williamsburg, MI 49690

Worksite

Address:

12922 Coleman Rd, Kewadin, MI 49648

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-25184-153330

Multiple Worksites:

No

Additional Wage Information:

Per Bushel Box

Date Posted:

7/14/2025

Piece Rate Offer

$0.92

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