Farmworker
Employer
18001 W Greenfield Ave
New Berlin, WI 53146
United States
Job description
We have a 150 acre farm in which 100 acres is in sod production. Harvesting is done early morning and occasionally after dark when required. Our sod is harvested three times a week, so it is required that the employees can operate a tractor. Planting is done in August and September. Employees must maintain and keep up farm appearances e.g. running a weed trimmer, push mower, trimming trees and bushes along with filling pot holes with stone. Employees must be able to help with set up of irrigation pipe during dry times and help with de-watering during wet times. We have around 1 acre of pumpkins and other fall crops are grown, so there will be a few hours a week in spring and summer hoeing and watering the pumpkins. In September and October we harvest these crops. Some stacking of sod onto pallets may be required when it is not practical to use the automated harvester at employer's discretion. Employees must be friendly and able to load sod rolls that weigh up to 70lbs. Employees will assist with all aspects of growing/harvesting these crops, and complete general farm duties as assigned. Employees will need to complete routine repairs and maintenance on equipment. Employer will pay $18.50/hr for any returning employees that worked for the employer in 2024.
Special Requirements
Job requires extensive walking, sitting, pushing, pulling, repetitive movements, frequent stooping and exposure to extreme outdoor temperatures. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Job requires a regular drivers license within 30 days of hire. Require 1 month experience.