Field Laborer - Orchard

Are you known for exceeding expectations? Do you embrace the Spirit of Hawai‘i? Then please keep reading because we’re looking for people like you at Hawaiian Host Group.

Who are we? Hawaiian Host Group (HHG) is a leading Hawai‘i-based consumer goods company with a portfolio of brands that includes Hawaiian Host, Mauna Loa, MacFarms, KOHO, and Kapua Orchards. Sold in over 23 countries, HHG produces a suite of products ranging from flavored macadamia nuts to artisan chocolates. Our dedicated team of Hosts of Hawai‘i is spread across our headquarters in Honolulu and offices in Hilo, Kona, Los Angeles, and Tokyo. HHG has 3 manufacturing plants in Hawai'i, as well as the state's largest single macadamia farm.   

We are an excited team of people that all have one vision in common: sharing the Spirit of Hawai‘i with the world. Expect camaraderie, product tastings, and other (virtual and in-person) events that make our culture unique. And more importantly, know that your work contributes to our purpose; to make the Islands’ future flourish. We do this through our Takitani foundation that grants scholarships to deserving local students, our solar farm on the Big Island, and other social & environmental initiatives.

That’s enough about us for now, we’d love to learn more about you. Read the job description below and let us know if you’re interested. We can’t wait to meet you!

The Field Laborer position involves hands-on, physically demanding work in outdoor environments across varied terrain and weather conditions. The Field Laborer works as part of a team performing a wide range of field tasks that support the harvest, maintenance, and overall care of macadamia orchards.

• Perform general field labor duties across all areas of orchard operations as assigned.
• Assist in tree maintenance including pruning, pulling limbs, and clearing debris.
• Pick and collect macadamia nuts, load bags, and transport them to the husker station.
• Operate farm equipment and vehicles safely while using proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Record data accurately including fuel usage, truck weights, and field notes.
• Drive manual transmission vehicles and ATVs in rugged, off-road conditions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of tools, equipment, and work areas.
• Monitor and report any safety hazards, equipment issues, or unusual field conditions.
• Follow all company safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Support harvest, pest control, irrigation, and other seasonal agricultural tasks as needed.
• Perform other duties and projects assigned by Supervisor(s).
• Regular attendance is required for the position.

• Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs. above shoulder height repeatedly throughout the day.
• Ability to walk, stand, and perform manual tasks for extended periods in a rocky, uneven, and sloped environment.
• Possess a valid Hawaii Driver’s License and maintain a clean driving abstract.
• Skilled in driving manual transmission vehicles and comfortable navigating rough off-road terrain.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good verbal communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays during peak seasons or harvest.
• Prior experience in agriculture or farming, with familiarity in operating orchard equipment (e.g., tractors, huskers, utility trucks) and basic mechanical skills for troubleshooting equipment issues is highly preferred.

• Seldom: N/A
• Occasional: N/A
• Frequent: Squatting; stooping; crouching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; standing; walking; sitting; climbing; bending; forward reaching; twisting; side bending; overhead reach; grasping; use of hands, finger dexterity; eye-hand-foot coordination; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; ability to lift 35 lbs., ability to push and pull 35 lbs., and talk or hear. 
• Constant: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Seldom: N/A
• Occasional: N/A
• Frequent: The position requires talking to co-workers; responding to written or verbal requests of co-workers; receiving verbal instruction; receiving written instruction.
• Constant: This position requires receiving verbal instructions.

• Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 1) While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in an outdoor environment and is exposed to outdoor weather conditions as well as to intense degree of noise, vibration, dust, and dirt when plant is in operation.
• 2) The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Hearing protection is required in areas where noise level is relatively high.

Hawaiian Host Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Salary : $17 - $18