Farm Workers And Laborers, Crop, Nursery, And Greenhouse
Employer
Lyon Family Farms LLC
39010 Lyon Lane
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
United States
Job description
The employer at no cost to the worker will provide any tools or equipment necessary to perform required tasks. Tasks will be related to the planting, growing, cultivating, weeding, fertilizing, pruning, harvesting, and sorting of diverse vegetables and fruit crops. These crops may include but are not limited to: cucumbers, sweet corn, tomatoes, squash, eggplant, peppers, green beans, peas, okra, peaches, pears, plums, apples, strawberries, blackberries, pumpkins, and other specialty vegetables. Workers may be required to do any other manual task involved in the production of fruit and vegetable crops.
Special Requirements
Must be able to work outdoors in dusty conditions, in extremes of heat, cold and inclement weather. Must be able to crouch, bend, and sit on the ground, reach ,lift and carry items weighing up to 75 lbs. Must be able to listen to, understand, and follow simple instructions of field operations leaders and supervisors. This job requires three months (or 480 hours ) of verifiable prior experience.
Employer will comply with re-entry restrictions applicable to pesticides and other chemicals used in the fields. A designated lead worker or company supervisor will provide instructions and general supervision. Technical horticultural activities will be closely supervised. However, workers will be expected to perform their general duties in a timely and proficient manner without close supervision.
Workers may not report for work while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The possession or use of illegal drugs or alcohol (exception is made for moderate alcohol