Farmworker
Employer
8100 FM 2125
Brownwood , TX 76801
United States
Job description
Harvest duties to include hedging pecan trees and clearing the debris, thinning, pruning of the trees, stacking harvested product in assigned areas, grading, sanitizing. Planting tree seedlings, transplanting, weeding; covering harvested pecans. Loading/unloading, packing unpacking harvested pecans (conveyor belts, loading machines, separators, cleaners, dryers, sorting machine, trucks etc). Driving tractors will be required to conduct the harvesting., including tractors with farming implements used while plowing. May operate tractor's dump cart implement, shaker, sweeper, harvester, hedgers, pecan carts, and related harvesting equipment. Spraying fertilizer application, insecticides, and chemicals as needed for the health of the tree. Employee will be provided all equipment free of charge and required to maintain equipment and clean work areas daily. Workers may assist with maintenance and repair of farm equipment and irrigation lines (pumps, ditches) as necessary during the pecan harvesting. Exposure to extreme temperatures, repetitive movements, extensive pushing, pulling walking and frequent stooping. Must be able to lift and carry 100 lbs frequently.
Special Requirements
Work is to be done for long periods of time in the field, when plants may be wet with dew and rain, and may be required during light rain, snow, moderate winds, direct sun, high humidity and extreme temperatures. Allergies to pecans, pecan husks, ragweed, goldenrod, insect spray, related chemicals, etc. may affect workers ability to perform the job. Workers must be able to perform the required work with or without reasonable accommodations. Drug testing may be conducted after hire at employers expense if there is a suspicion of drug use.