Farmworkers And Laborers
Employer
Wade Purvis- 15000 County Rd. 858 E.
lmmokalee, FL 34143
United States
Job description
Workers will perform assigned duties as instructed by their supervisor.
Pea Harvester - Workers will pick mature peas off of pea bushes that range from 32” to 40” tall. The peas will be picked and placed into a picking bucket. When the bucket is filled, the worker will take the bucket to a trailer and weighed (The trailer will be no farther than 100’ away). A full bucket is required to weigh a net of 14 lbs. The picker will then be given an empty bucket and return to picking.
Sanitation Requirements: For food and general safety purposes, all workers will be required and expected to always follow common sanitary practices. This is particularly critical when working in agricultural crops for human consumption. Employees are required to cleanse their hands by washing them thoroughly with soap and water after using the bathroom and before entering the fields. All workers must report all injuries and illnesses to their employer. As well any communicable diseases such as but not limited to diarrhea, or any other infectious disease or illness. Workers shall report immediately any cuts or abrasions that cause open bleeding. No tobacco, food, gum, candy, drink (other than water) or medication is allowed while working in the field. No jewelry, watches, or fingernails longer than 1/8" are allowed. No open toe shoes or sandals are permitted. Glass bottles, drinking glasses, or any item made from glass are prohibited in the field. Improper hygiene will not be tolerated. Throw the used bathroom tissue into the toilet every time, then flush the toilet. Keep the restrooms, rest areas and portable facilities in the field clean for others.
Special Requirements
The employer may conduct a drug and/or alcohol test post-employment at the employers expense.