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Stuart's Farm LLC Agricultural Equipment Operators in Granite Springs, New York
2 Fulltime H-2A Seasonal Jobs available 7/27/2024- 10/27/2024.
Under direction of supervisor, worker will perform any combination of tasks involved in the operation of tractors and farm equipment for the purpose of tilling soil, mowing grass, cutting brush, planting young trees and plants, spraying fruit trees and plants. Pick fruit & vegetables during harvest such as apples, peaches, tomatoes, zucchini and greens. Use tractors and trucks on farm property to move equipment and supplies such as irrigation pipes and pumps, smudging equipment, fertilizer, ladders, bins and other supplies for harvest workers. Move empty bins around orchard for use by pickers, transport full bins of fruit from orchard to packing shed or storage facility. Operate engines and pumps for irrigation and move, set up, and start fans or smudge pots for frost protection. Must be physically able to lift up to 75lbs on a consistent basis throughout the day. While working in the field, all cell phone usage is limited to emergency use only. Due to health and safety concerns on a farm, worker must understand basic instructions in English.
Requirements:
- Workers must have a minimum of 3 months verifiable experience in performing the tasks described.
- Must be physically able to lift up to 75 lbs. on a consistent basis throughout the day.
- Exposure to extreme temperatures.
- Repetitive movements, frequent stooping/bending.
The full terms and conditions of the job (form ETA790a) should be reviewed and provided to qualified applicants from this website: seasonaljobs.dol.gov. For qualified applicants requiring a Spanish translation of this job order, please email DOCE@labor.ny.gov or call 1-877-466-9757. Please include the applicant name and job order number in your request.