Farm Hand

Summary

Farm Hands will record information about crops such as pesticide use. Farm Hands will dig and plant seeds, or transplant seedlings by hand and harvest vegetables by hand and check every item to ensure it meets the farm's standards while tossing away items that do not pass that threshold. Farm Hands will identify plants, pests, and weeds to determine the selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers. Farm Hands will inform the Farm Operations Manager of crop progress and will occasionally operate tractors and service farm machinery as needed. Farm Hands will also be required to adhere to agricultural workplace safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Harvest, dig, plant seeds and / or transplant seedlings by hand.
• Load agriculture products into trucks, boxes, and / or storage facilities.
• Wash produce and produce bins, keep cold storage rooms tidy.
• Assist with packing of Farm Box orders and distribution.
• Assist with field and date grove operations as needed under the direction of the Farm Operations Manager.
• Assist the Farm Operations Manager on tasks as needed.

Note

This description incorporates the most typical duties performed. It is recognized that other duties not specifically mentioned may also be performed. The inclusion of these duties would not alter the overall evaluation of the position.

If none of the applicants should meet the stated qualifications, applicants whose education and experience are less than the stated requirements, may be interviewed and hired provided the applicant hired submits a formal written training plan within (30) thirty days which can be completed within a reasonable time agreed upon by the supervisor and the applicant. Applicants who are hired and fail to meet the agreed upon formal training program, will be discharged upon failure to complete the specified training as so scheduled.

Requirements

Qualifications / Education / Experience

Competencies and Annual Requirements

Indian Preference Policy

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with Tribal Law. Verification must be submitted with this application, if claiming Indian Preference. Consideration will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, or other non-merit factors.

Salary Description

20.00 / hr

Salary : $20