Farm Workers To Establishment Of Fruit Tree Phase 1

Job description

The worker will perform a variety of manual duties related to the first-time establishment, development, and maintenance of a new fruit tree orchard (including species such as Ficus, Citrus, and Punica granata [Pomegranate]), from ground preparation through the initial non-bearing growth period. Duties include but are not limited to:
• Initial land clearing, deep plowing, leveling, and layout for new orchard planting (nursery potting and trimming plants).
• Digging holes, planting young trees (saplings), and performing initial staking and support work.
• Critical development-phase tasks: Regular irrigation works, fertilization, sucker removal (deshija), formative pruning and grafting to shape tree structure, and weed control around young trees.
• Integrated pest and disease management during the vulnerable establishment phase.
• Monitoring tree health and growth throughout the multi-year development period until the orchard reaches commercially sustainable production.
• Basic maintenance and operation of irrigation systems and agricultural equipment/machinery used for establishment and upkeep.
• Performance of any other related tasks as needed for the development and care of the new orchard.

The job opportunity is from Monday through Saturday. The regular work schedule includes an unpaid, duty-free meal period of 30 minutes after no more than 5 hours of work.
Due to the nature of agricultural work, hours may vary depending on weather, crop conditions, or daylight. Workers will be notified in advance of any necessary schedule changes. We guarantees employment for at least three-fourths of the workdays in the contract period.

Special Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and perform strenuous manual labor outdoors in various weather conditions.

Previous experience in agricultural work is required, with emphasis on: citrus pruning and grafting, cultural work (sucker removal, planting, nursery work), prevention/control work (application and handling of agrochemicals).

Certificates or recommendations from previous employers or agricultural engineers who previously supervised the applicant are required to validate the experience, training, and skills required for the position. This documentation will be verified; therefore, please include the contact information of the agricultural engineer's former employer in these certificates or recommendations.
Any drug test and background check will be conducted after hire and at the employers expense