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Pero Farms of NY LLC Tractor Operator in South Dayton, New York
5 Fulltime H-2A Seasonal Jobs available 06/15/2026 - 12/31/2026.
Farmwork: Diversified pepper and vegetable. Primary duties (performed the majority of workdays): Drive tractors and planters, and operate other mechanized farm equipment to plant, cultivate, and harvest vegetables, by way of example, but not limited to, pepper, mini sweet, bell pepper, broccoli, kale, sugarcane, butternut squash, cauliflower, green beans, and brussel sprout. May use mechanical equipment to assist in planting of sugarcane. Unload harvested vegetables or other materials with mechanized equipment such as conveyors, or handtrucks.
Mow, cut, and weed fields. Prepare and/or clear land for planting using mechanized or hand equipment to remove trash, rocks, or other debris or material that may interfere with planting or harvesting activities. Level land by moving dirt and other materials. Equipment may include tractors, dozers, planters, mowers, plows, sprayers, cultivators or other farm equipment. Perform daily/routine checks of equipment and report any adverse findings to supervisors. Attach farm implements (e.g., plows, harrows, discs, sprayers) using hand tools, lubricate implements as needed.
Apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protectants. Apply fertilizers, plant growth chemicals, conditioners, and other plant related treatments at the correct times depending on plant type, growth, climate and crop conditions.
Workers must operate all equipment properly and in a manner that protects operator, others, the employer's products and property. Failure to comply with safety requirements and operating instructions may result in disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination. Communicate with field workers engaged in planting and harvesting duties to maintain a safe work environment.
Must wear assigned personal protective equipment when required. Must report for work daily wearing work clothing and boots or other durable foot wear. Workers wearing clothing inappropriate for work will not be permitted to start work.
Outdoor work required when plants are wet, or during light rain, snow, moderate winds, direct sun, high humidity and extreme temperatures. Temperatures in fields during working hours may vary. Workers may be required to work during occasional showers not severe enough to stop field operations. Work is done outdoors for long periods of time and requires prolonged periods of standing and/or walking, repetitive movements, and frequent bending and/or stooping. Workers must be able to handle, lift, and carry heavy or bulky objects (product, containers) in accordance with the specified lifting requirements.
Requirements:
* Workers must have a minimum 2 months of verifiable experience in performing the tasks described.
* Lifting requirement of 50 lbs.
* Drug screen post-hire at employer's expense
* Extensive sitting/walking, pushing/pulling
* Frequent stooping/bending over and repetitive movements
* Exposure to extreme temperatures
* Driver Requirements
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 assistance with this job order, please email H2A@labor.ny.gov. If applicable, please include the interested applicants name and job order number in the email.