Farm Worker

Job description

Crops: Blackberries, kiwi, wine grapes, hazelnuts.

Pick and pack chester blackberries by hand. Pick kiwi berries by hand. Drive hazelnut harvesters. Pick grapes by hand. Must wear assigned personal protective equipment when required. Must report for work day wearing work clothing and boot or other durable footwear. Workers wearing clothing inappropriate for work will not be permitted to start work. Outdoor work required when it is wet, or during light rain, snow, moderate winds. direct sun, high humidity and extreme temperatures. Temperatures in fields during working hours may vary.

Workers may be required to work during occasional showers not severe enough to stop field operations. Work is done outdoors for long periods of time and requires prolonged periods of standing/or walking, repetitive movements, and frequent bending/and or stooping. Workers must be able to handle, lift, and carry heavy or bulky objects (product, containers) in accordance with the specified lifting requirements (60 lbs.).

Supervisor(s) will provide instructions and directions to workers. Workers must be able to comprehend and follow instructions and communicate effectively to supervisors. Unusual, complex, or non-routine activities will be supervised. Workers expected to perform basic duties in a proficient manner without close supervision.

The employer attests that workers and handlers will receive annual pesticide safety training in accordance with the Worker Protections Standard (WPS) mandated by the Oregon Department of Agriculture.

In-Field blackberry packing is paid the OR AEWR of $17.97 per hour.

Special Requirements

This job requires a minimum of 3 months of agricultural field work experience handling both manual and mechanized tasks. Applicants must be able to furnish verbal or written statement establishing relevant prior work experience. Saturday work required. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs.