Duties may include: Plant, spray, weed, fertilize, water, and prune plants, shrubs, and trees, using gardening tools. Dig, cut, and transplant seedlings, cuttings, trees, and shrubs. Tie and bunch flowers, plants, shrubs, and trees, wrap their roots, and pack them into boxes to fill orders. Move containerized shrubs, plants, and trees, using wheelbarrows or tractors. Clean work areas, and maintain grounds and landscaping. Load agricultural products into trucks, and drive trucks to transport crops, equipment, or tools. Set up and operate irrigation equipment. Repair and maintain farm vehicles, implements, and mechanical equipment & other related Farm Worker activities as per SOC/OES 45-2092 (onetonline.org). Possible weekend/holiday work.
Special Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age. Worker has 3 days from date of hire to show proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. Drug/alcohol/tobacco free work zone. Static strength; exert max muscle force to lift, push, pull, unload, carry objects up to 50lbs; may climb, walk, stand, reach, balance, sit, stoop, bend, squat, wash, clean: equip, grounds, area. All applicants must be able, willing and qualified to perform work described and must be available for the entire period specified. Variable weather conditions may apply. Worker must be able to obtain a valid US Driver's License within 2 weeks of reporting to work.