Farmworker Diversified - NY 26-0016

Farmworker (Diversified)The Farmworker Diversified performs a variety of manual and mechanized tasks involved in the planting, cultivation, harvest and packing of agricultural crops. This role supports multiple crop types and farming activities and requires the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions while following food safety, quality and workplace safety standards.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesCrop Production & HarvestingPlant, transplant, thin and weed crops by hand or using toolsHarvest leafy greens, vegetables, or culinary herbs or other crops by hand or machine according to quality and food safety standards.Sort, Grade, and pack produce in the field or packing areas.Nove pipe into furrows for irrigationTaking samples of different crops according to quality and food safety standards.Equipment & ToolsUse hand tools such as knives, clippers, hoes and shovels safely and properly.Operate basic farm equipment as assigned (e.g., carts, harvest aids)Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment following proceduresField & Farm MaintenancePerform general farm duties including irrigation set up, removal of debris and field clean-upAssist with maintenance of fields, greenhouses, or farm structures as needed.Safety, Food Safety & ComplianceFollow all food safety, sanitation and hygiene requirements, including proper use of PPEComply with safety policies, procedures and training requirementsReport unsafe conditions, injuries or hazards immediatelyTeamwork & CommunicationWork cooperatively with supervisors and crew members to meet production goals.Follow verbal and written instructions accuratelyDemonstrate reliability, punctuality and respect in the workplaceAdditional Job DutiesWorkers may be required also to perform duties such as: Harvest crops by hand and work in the fields for long periods of time. Workers will work in the packing house packing vegetables.J-18808-Ljbffr