Drivers; Crew Leaders

Job description

Job Duties: Van Driver
Drive company vans, and/or company pickup trucks to transport workers. A commercial drivers license is not required for these types of vehicles.
Pick up and drop off workers from their housing to various field sites, and other sites as needed according to appointments, schedules, or requests by supervisor.
Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
Follow relevant safety regulations and state laws governing vehicle operation and ensure that passengers follow safety regulations. Adherence to safety standards and legal requirements for vehicle operation and agricultural practices is mandatory.
Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
Perform minor vehicle repairs, such as cleaning spark plugs, or take vehicles to mechanics for servicing.
Test vehicle equipment, such as lights, brakes, horns, or windshield wipers, to ensure proper operation.
Notify supervisor of vehicle problems.
Perform routine vehicle maintenance, such as regulating tire pressure and adding gasoline, oil, and water. Vehicle maintenance also includes cleaning and washing the interior and exterior of the vehicles as needed.
Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage driven, or fuel consumed.
Compensation includes driving time, checking the condition of the vehicle, performing minor vehicle repairs, testing vehicle equipment, performing vehicle maintenance, preparing and submitting reports, and related activities.

Crew Leader: Crew Leader reports directly to the supervisor and manage seasonal workers during harvesting. Oversees inventory and material orders, ensuring product quality and packing standards are met. Directs and monitors harvesting activities, assisting the supervisor with pre-harvest preparations and audits. Maintains workers’ production and attendance by scanning employee QR codes. Ensures workers have adequate drinking water and ice in portable drinking water containers, disposable drinking cups, shade, portable toilets, water for handwashing, paper towels, and hand soap. Must also maintain portable water containers clean by washing them daily. Schedules rest breaks and lunches according to state and federal requirements and document on time sheets. Must also record accurate hours worked for the workers.

Workers may conduct harvest activities on an as-needed basis. Compensation adheres to AEWR guidelines for all duties performed related to driving and fieldwork.

Special Requirements

Worker must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for extended distances and periods of time.
Must have at least three (3) months of experience harvesting crops or working in a similar capacity in an agricultural occupation.

Driver must comply with the motor carrier standards per 29 CFR 500.105. Minimum qualifications to be authorized to drive include possession of a Farm Labor Contractor Employee (FLCE) driver card; a valid state-issued class C driver's license; a valid medical certificate; passage of a background check, which includes fingerprints; and meeting physical requirements. The employer covers costs associated with the requirements such as exams and fingerprints. Driver must be insurable under employer's automobile insurance policy.