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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

General Labor

Southwest Harvesting Inc.

Salinas, CA

$16.90 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Email address to Apply:
info_sw_harvesting@udwss.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
36
Job Duties:
Crops: Romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce, broccoli, and cabbage Cut or pack produce of the correct quality, size and weight for the correct packs in the field. Pack or package by hand a wide variety of produce in the correct packs in the field. Continual visual examination of produce to determine if product is right for harvesting. Use hands and arms to handle the product. Place commodity into appropriate packing box. Place completed packed product onto moving equipment such as conveyors. Mark cartons by using marking tools. Examine and inspect containers, packaging material and product to ensure that packing specifications are met. Harvest product by hand, and/or using a harvest knife. Continual bending to reach product. Walk throughout shift on uneven ground and in leafy rows with debris. Ensure that all Food Safety policies are followed. Ensure that all safety procedures are followed to reduce the risk of any type of injury to either the employee or others. Reports all safety problems, incidents and injuries to harvest foreperson immediately. Comply with all Company policies.
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:
1
Special Requirements:
We require one month of recent and verifiable experience within the past two years for the job duties listed. This position requires a minimum of one month for the employee to get a full understanding of the job and responsibilities. Must be able to understand work & safety instructions in English or Spanish, the languages spoken and written in the workplace.
Number of Hours Per Week:
36
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
6:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Southwest Harvesting Inc.
Location:
Salinas, CA 93912

Worksite

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-26029-603522
Multiple Worksites:
No
Additional Wage Information:
$16.90/hour for H-2A workers
Date Posted:
2/20/2026
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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