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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Tree Planters

D&W Regeneration, Inc.

Oakdale, LA

$18.99-$20.25 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Email address to Apply:
kurtdenney@yahoo.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
31
Job Duties:
Manual itinerant work hand tree planting to reforest and maintain timberlands. Plant bare-root or containerized trees using a shovel, hoe dad, dibble bar or hoe. Transport trees in a tree bag and select optimum planting location that meets spacing, soil and shade requirements. Bare soil as needed. Dig holes at predetermined intervals using mattock-like tool or dibble. Sort tree seedlings, discarding substandard seedlings, according to standard charts or verbal instructions. Place seedling in hole and pack soil firmly around plant using foot and planting tool. As a minor activity, apply fertilizer to seedlings by hand. These jobs involve propagating, protecting, and managing forest tracts. Drug-Free Workplace. Random and post-accident drug testing is conducted at the employer's expense. Drug testing will be carried out equally between U.S. workers and H-2B workers at employer's expense. Work Schedule 7 HRS/Day M-F, 7:00 AM -2:30 PM, 5 HRS/DAY SATURDAY, 7:00 AM -12:00 PM; 40 HRS/WK. Employer may pay piece rates of $18.00 to $30.00 per acre planted correctly and/or $10.00 to $15.00 per acre fertilized correctly but not less than the PW.
Job Classification:
45-4011.00 - Forest and Conservation Workers

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:
No
Special Requirements:
No education or experience required. Requires physical stamina. Must lift and carry 50 pounds. Extensive walking over rough terrain. Work is outdoors in extreme temperatures and adverse weather. Work schedule and locations dependent on weather conditions. Must pass drug screenings. Overnight travel required. Production standard of 1750 trees correctly planted per 7 hour day after one week of on the job training. Employer may offer more than the stated work hours depending on weather, business needs, and other conditions. Extreme heat, cold, rain, or drought may affect exact working hours.
Number of Hours Per Week:
40
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
7:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
D&W Regeneration, Inc.
Location:
Center, TX 75935

Worksite

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-400-26199-109153
Multiple Worksites:
Yes
Additional Wage Information:
May pay piece rate. See job duties.
Date Posted:
8/4/2026
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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