Field Laborers

Job description

Field Workers (Strawberry) to perform the following duties:

Strawberries: Workers will perform duties associated with and directly related to strawberry harvest work, including but not limited to picking, cutting weeds and packing for fresh market and freezing/juicing in the field on the farm. Distinguish quality and ripeness is required during picking and place in tray/packing containers ranging from ¼ lbs to 6-2 lbs containers in the field on the farm. The number of lbs. of the containers/trays carried by workers range from 8 lbs to 20 lbs each. Workers may stack up to two trays on top of each other weighing up to 20 lbs.

Special Requirements

Minimum Job Qualifications: 1 month of strawberry harvest experience. Specific requirements include lifting up to 15 pounds frequently and able to use hand tools, including cutting knives. Must be able to work under conditions where skin and clothing become heavily soiled with mud, water, grease, etc. Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions, including rain, cold, high winds, etc. Work involves frequent bending and working in bent or stooped positions. Must be able to walk and stand up extensively. No smoking, alcohol, firearms in the field or residential housing.

Work is performed in open fields and may involve exposure to mud, dust, wind, heat, cold, and other natural elements. Temperatures can range from 30 degrees Fahrenheit to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the period of employment. Workers should come prepared with appropriate clothing and footwear for the environmental and working conditions described.