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Farm Worker

Knouse Fruitlands, Inc

Gardners, PA

$13.88 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+17176778842
Extension
100
Email address to Apply:
info@roundbarn.farm

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
16
Job Duties:
Apples (85%): Climb ladders and pluck Apples from trees placing in picking bags without bruising, move from site to site, leave Apples in bins. Orchard Maintenance (5%): Prune trees, Repair fencing, Stand trees, Plant trees. Repair Apple bins (2%) Pumpkins, squash, sweet corn and gourds (2%): pick, clean, pack. Strawberries (1%): prep ground, plant. Nectarines (5%): Climb ladders and pluck Nectarines from trees placing in picking bags or 1/2- bushel crates. Without bruising, leave Nectarines in 1/2-bushel crates or place in bins. The Employer currently intends to stagger the entry of H-2A workers via the following anticipated start dates and estimated number of workers: - Aug 9, 2026 – 8 workers - Aug 19, 2026 – 10 workers The total number of workers requested across all start dates is 18.
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:
2
Special Requirements:
Two months of experience working in an orchard required. Must be able to lift/carry up to 45lbs.
Number of Hours Per Week:
40
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
8:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Knouse Fruitlands, Inc
Location:
Arendtsville, PA 17303

Worksite

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-26161-000961
Multiple Worksites:
No
Additional Wage Information:
12.36/hr (H-2A wage)
Date Posted:
6/18/2026
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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