Farmworkers

Job description

Work requires repetitive movements and extensive walking. Work required in fields when plants are wet with dew and rain, and may
be required during light rain, snow, moderate winds, direct sun, high humidity and extreme temperatures. Temperatures in fields
during working hours can range from 20 to over 100 degrees F. Workers may be required to work during occasional showers not
severe enough to stop field operations.

Smith Packing does not use any short-handled hoes or shovels. Most of the weeding or thinning work is done with a 5ft long-handled
hoe, but occasionally, workers may have to weed or thin crops by hand in a bent or stooped position when the use of a hoe is
impractical. Weeding or thinning activities generally apply to work with the tomato, rice, and squash crops. Whether workers perform
weeding or thinning by hand or with a long-handled hoe, these activities represent less than 5% of the total weekly activities. The
employer further assures it will abide by rest period requirements when applicable and will provide gloves, knee pads and training as
necessary for workers to perform their jobs.

Tractor/Machine Driver: Under the supervision of the Supervisor/Foreperson, performs general tractor duties. Reports break downs
and understands and abides by safety procedures and performance standards. Employee must conduct daily maintenance check
prior to operating tractor/machine. Requires basic knowledge of driving a tractor, must pass a tractor safety training and demonstrate
ability to operate tractor in a safe manner.
Farm and harvest equipment cleaner- Workers will wash farm and harvest equipment with water. Dirt and debris from farm and
harvest equipment will be removed. Workers will apply cleaner and use tools to clean machine. After machine has been cleaned,
workers will apply chlorine to farm and harvest equipment for proper disinfection and removal of potentially harmful microbes. Workers will occasionally fill harvest and farm equipment with fuel. All work will be performed on the farm

Special Requirements

Qualifying workers must have one month of agricultural experience. All qualified applicants must have the
authorization to work in the United States, be willing to perform the agricultural duties as described in this job
order and be able to meet the physical demands of the position and the employer's work schedule with or
without reasonable accommodation.