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Rexcroft Farm LLC Winter Grounds Maintenance Worker in Athens, New York
1 Fulltime H-2A Seasonal Job available 12/15/2024 - 03/20/2025.
The Winter Grounds/Maintenance Worker (Agricultural Equipment Operator) will perform general winter maintenance on farm-owned property. Clear snow using snowplow, shovels and skid steer loader. Remove snow from greenhouses using push brooms and roof clearing tools, keep greenhouse heating units clear of snow. De- ice water lines during extreme cold periods. Clean and service all tractors, field implements, and small equipment used in winter season. Maintain greenhouses by washing/disinfecting all benches, tools, pots, greenhouse structures, including poly covering and associated equipment. Perform seasonal clean out of other buildings, including barns, storage sheds, and housing units as needed to prepare for growing season. 1 month verifiable experience in operating a snow plow, skid steer loader and farm tractors of 50-100 horsepower. Random drug testing may be required after hire at employer expense for both foreign and domestic workers. Number of hours each week and daily work schedule may fluctuate depending on weather conditions.
Requirements:
- 1 month verifiable experience in operating a snow plow, skid steer loader and farm tractors of 50-100 horsepower.
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
- Random drug testing may be required after hire at employer's expense.
- Exposure to extreme temperatures.
- Repetitive movements.
- Extensive walking, extensive pushing/pulling, and frequent stooping/bending.
The full terms and conditions of the job (form ETA790a) should be reviewed and provided to qualified applicants from this website: seasonaljobs.dol.gov. For qualified applicants requiring a Spanish translation of this job order, please email DIPA@labor.ny.gov or call 1-877-466-9757. Please include the applicant name and job order number in your request.