Farmworkers And Laborers Crop
Employer
250 River Rd
Dresden , ME 04342
United States
Job description
Individuals will plant/weed/harvest vegetables, herbs, berries, both manually and by operating or working with tractor drawn machinery. Must be able to: understand instructions in English, legibly label pick bins and record harvest records using a computer or paper log; determine when crops are ripe and harvest by hand without bruising the produce or damaging the plants; lift & carry 50 lbs throughout the day; bend, stoop and stand on feet for hours to weed, harvest, and wash crops; work in low (32 degrees) and high temperatures and in the rain; use ladders, hand tools, shovels, hoes, shears, and knives to harvest, transplant, or weed without plant or irrigation line damage. Inform the farmer of crop progress, pests and general health of plants. Work as a team member with an emphasis on good communication, understanding risks working around and on equipment. Daily work may include: application of non-restricted pesticides; cleaning, packing and loading harvested crops; operate irrigation pumps and sprinklers, checking maintenance and on-point accuracy. Workers may not use cell phones during work hours, unless directed by the employer or in an emergency situation.NO SMOKING is permitted in housing or on farm premises. Must abide by state and federal food safety and sexual harassment laws.
Special Requirements
Exposure to extreme temp, lifting 50 lbs, repetitive movements, extensive pushing and pulling, extensive walking, frequent stooping.