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This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/6912384

Crops: Carrots, Summer Squash, Watermelon, Pumpkin, Cucumber, Onion, Cabbage, Melon.\ All work is performed in the field on the farm. This job includes a variety of manual labor tasks, including but not limited to: tasks associated with commodity production and harvest activities. Workers must be able to perform manual activities with accuracy and efficiency, Clean equipment and storage facilities. Inspect and clean wooden storage crates. For some crops, with hand hoe, work the soil 7-8 inches deep to promote good rooting. Preparing the field dig trenches. Install plastic mulch and drip tape. Till the soil to a suitable depth and remove any rocks or debris. Add compost or organic matter to improve soil quality. Plant seeds by hand. Transplant seedings by hand. Hand carry trays of transplants down the field. Plant seed in the mounds about 1 inch deep. Plant seeds directly in the ground at the recommended spacing. Sow seeds directly in the ground in shallow furrows, spacing them thinly. Cover lightly with soil well. Hand pull weeds close to the plants Hand hoe around the plants to remove small weeds. Use a hoe to chop weeds from plants and Pull weeds by hand. Hand-weed around the base of the plants to prevent competition for nutrients and water. Apply a layer of mulch around the plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Install irrigation houses when required.\ Direct the water stream to irrigate. Install drip irrigation systems in field. Maintain and level repair drip irrigation systems and equipment. Assist with field harvest. Remove the carrot from the ground manually. Manually pick, lift and carry the carrots to the truck at the end of row. Cut squash with a knife. Classify by color, size, mature, etc. Manually pick, lift and put the squash in bag or box according to the customers request. Carry squash to the truck at the end of row. Walk down the rows of the field. Use a knife to cut ripe watermelons from the plant. Arrange the watermelons in an organized row. Hand brings the watermelons to the truck thru the row. Use pruning shears to cut off pumpkin. Arrange the pumpkins in an organized row. Hand brings the pumpkins to the truck thru the row. Select cucumbers that are firm, uniformly green, and have reached the desired size depending on the\ customer\'s request. Cut off the cucumber with sharp knife or scissors leaving a short stem attached. Cucumber must be harvested continuously in multiple hands-sessions (2-3 times per week). Pack cucumber in crates or cartons in quantity according to customers request. Lift and bring the crates or cartons to the truck at the end of row. Gently lift the onions from the soil. Pack onions in crates or cartons or bag in quantity according to customers request. With a sharp knife, cut the cabbage head cleanly at the base of the plant, leaving a few outer leaves attached. Pack cabbages in crates or cartons in quantity according to customers request. To cut the melons from the vine using a sharp knife, leaving a short stem attached. Pack melons in crates or cartons in quantity according to customers request. Manually unload crops from the truck. Ensure crops are properly packaged and stored. Clean the field of forgotten materials or equipment, such as gloves, clothes, etc. Other related duties: Repair fences. Clean storage areas. Etc.

Workers cannot be color blind due to distinguish the color of the crops to ensure maturity. Must have the ability to use shears,\ clippers, and other agricultural tools. No illegal drugs use/possession, alcohol or weapons at any sort in the housing or work field.\ Proficiency in English or Spanish. Workers should have proper clothing and footwear for the heat. Must be able to sit, stand, crouch,\ bend, reach, lift and carry items weighing up to 50Lb.