Farm Labor (Burbank, WA)

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

The Farm Laborer supports daily farm operations by performing a variety of tasks related to the handling and preparation of agricultural products.

• Assists with building maintenance such as painting, cleaning, etc.
• Assists with irrigation equipment.
• Light equipment operation.
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• Prior experience in general farming operations.
• 1 year – agricultural, packaging or labor experience is preferred

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.
• Consistent and reliable attendance, including arriving on time for all scheduled shifts.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to employees and managers of the organization.

• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• The employee must regularly stand for long periods of time.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions.
• The employee must regularly work in a hot environment for long periods of time.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

This role does not offer relocation support; candidates must be local or willing to relocate independently.

Job Requisition ID: 25674

Travel Required: None

Location(s): L&L Farm Pasco - Burbank

Country: United States

Rate of pay: $20.19/HR

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Attractive total rewards package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• 401(k) savings plan
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (where applicable)
• Education Assistance (where applicable)
• Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com

**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**