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Agricultural Equipment Operators

Teche Vermilion Sugar Cane Growers' Association, Inc.

Jeanerette, LA

$9.59 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+13372781217
Email address to Apply:
karlsugar@aol.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
213
Job Duties:
Job duties include operating equipment to harvest and haul sugarcane in connection with the harvesting of a perishable crop; perform manual labor to assist in harvesting/unloading sugarcane; repair/maintain farm vehicles, implements, and mechanical equipment; 2 months or less previous experience of operating sugarcane harvesting equipment required. Job involves extensive sitting and repetitive movements and frequent stooping; drug screening may be required upon hire and randomly (paid for by employer). Worker may be paid above the stated hourly rate commensurate with experience, expertise, and job-related skills, at the employer’s discretion. Bonus may be paid at the end of the contract at the discretion of the employer. Base hours offered is 49 hours; additional hours are usually offered during a plentiful season and may include 10-40 additional hours of work depending on the nature of the season. Las tareas del trabajo incluyen operar equipo para cosechar y transportar caña de azúcar en relación con la cosecha de un cultivo perecedero; realizar trabajo manual para ayudar en la cosecha y descarga de caña de azúcar; reparar y mantener vehículos agrícolas, implementos y equipos mecánicos; se requiere tener dos meses o menos de experiencia previa operando equipo de cosecha de caña de azúcar. El trabajo implica estar sentado por períodos prolongados, realizar movimientos repetitivos y agacharse con frecuencia; puede requerirse una prueba de detección de drogas al momento de la contratación y de forma aleatoria (cubierta por el empleador). El trabajador puede recibir un pago superior a la tarifa por hora establecida, de acuerdo con su experiencia, conocimientos especializados y habilidades relacionadas con el trabajo, a discreción del empleador. Podrá pagarse un bono al final del contrato a discreción del empleador. Las horas base ofrecidas son 49 por semana; generalmente se ofrecen horas adicionales durante una temporada abundante, que pueden incluir de 10 a 40 horas adicionales de trabajo, dependiendo de la naturaleza de la temporada.
Job Classification:
45-2091.00 - Agricultural Equipment Operators

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
Number of Hours Per Week:
49
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
7:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Teche Vermilion Sugar Cane Growers' Association, Inc.
Location:
Jeanerette, LA 70544

Worksite

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-26170-032825
Multiple Worksites:
No
Additional Wage Information:
Wage offer for H-2A workers only is $8.24 per hour.
Date Posted:
7/1/2026
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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