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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

160

Job Duties:

Crops: Corn Workers will perform assigned duties as instructed by their supervisor. Rogueing: the worker will walk down the aisles between the plants in the corn fields, removing the corn plants that are from a different species leaving the field ready for detasseling. Walk through the fields, identify, and remove male corn plants growing among female rows using a shovel. 100% accuracy is expected. Workers will walk repeatedly through the rows (aisles) between corn plants, identifying and removing off-type or cross-pollinated plants to ensure genetic purity of the crop. Workers will carry a shovel or similar hand tool while walking male rows to identify plants that differ in leaf structure, stalk characteristics, root formation, or overall appearance. Once identified, the plant must be cut completely approximately five (5) inches above ground level and left on the ground as instructed. Removal must be complete and accurate. This process will be performed across all assigned locations and may require walking the same rows multiple times during the season. Corn detasseling: the worker will walk down the aisles between the plants in the corn fields, removing the spikes that are left after the detasseling machine passes through. Walk, inspect, and remove tassels from female corn plants with 100% quality. Workers will walk repeatedly through the rows between corn plants removing tassels and any remaining spikes after mechanical detasseling equipment has passed. Workers must ensure proper and complete removal according to quality standards. Handle pollen and sharp leaves with care. Workers will remove the spikes and drop them on the ground. Seed Corn Sorting: After the machine harvests the seed corn from the fields, the corn cobs will be put on a conveyor belt so the workers can sort the corn cubs by size and class. Workers may operate detasseling machine. Hand weeding: Workers will walk through the corn fields pooling the weeds around the corn plants. The worker in order to perform this kind of work must be able to work outside in all kinds of weather and be in possession of the requisite physical strength and endurance, working quickly and skillfully with their hands. Outdoor work involves consistent exposure to fluctuating weather conditions, including extreme heat and humidity. Working hours may vary, ranging from extended periods to possible downtimes. Tasks require extensive physical activity, including walking, stooping, bending, reaching, and standing for prolonged durations.

Job Classification:

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

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

2

Special Requirements:

2 months corn detasseling experience. Job Requirements: All applicants must be able, willing, and qualified to perform the tasks described and be available for the full duration of the job.

Number of Hours Per Week:

42

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

7:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Chapa Global Contracting, Inc.

Location:

Mc Allen, TX 78503

Worksite

Address:

44.496759,-92.994866, Randolph, MN 55065

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-26104-792132

Multiple Worksites:

No

Additional Wage Information:

$12.92 per hour for H2A workers

Date Posted:

5/11/2026

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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