Description
Open To All Applicants
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
Under direct supervision of the Produce Supervisor, is responsible for harvesting apples. May assist with other duties within the Agriculture Department. Hours vary depending on ripening of crop and weather. This position is subject to lay‑offs and recalls depending on the needs of the apple orchard. This is an agriculturally exempt position.
Detailed responsibilities:
* Harvest all crops as needed and place in storage building.
* Grade and pack apples
* Harvest pumpkins, squash, and all other agriculture crops
* Prune trees.
* Plant, maintain, and harvest field crops.
* Operate tractor, chain saw, apple grader, and pruner.
* Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required
Skills:
Essential:
* Customer/Client Relation
* Ability to deal with the general public and Tribal employees with tact, courtesy, respect, objectivity and maturity
* Manual dexterity and/or excellent eye-hand coordination
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Essential:
* General Ed, High School Equivalency Diploma, HS Diploma
* Applicants age 50 and older are exempt from this requirement
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older
* Stand Frequently
* Walk Frequently
* Bend/Stoop Frequently
* Squat Frequently
* Balance Frequently
* Kneel Frequently
* Push/Pull Frequently
* Carry 31-50 Pounds Continuously
* Climb Heights Occasionally
* Reach Above Shoulder Level Occasionally
* Lift 51-74 Pounds Frequently
* Move Both Feet Repetatively
* Working indoor
* Works Outdoors
* Noise Moderate Level
* Extreme weather conditions
* Work Situations Dust
* Mists
* Exposure To Construction Hazards On Site
* Work Situations Uneven walking Surfaces And Unstable Ground
* Work Hours On Call
* Work irregular shifts
Experience:
Nonessential:
* Agricultural
* Using a chain saw, apple grader, and pruner
* Driving a tractor
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
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