Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop

Plant hay fields, cultivate, fertilize and irrigate; cut and bail the hay; load hay. Planting of hay starts April 1, cutting and bailing starts at the end of May through September, loading and transporting to the other ranches begins in October through December. Worker will load the hay at the ranch; the ranch Foreman will deliver the hay to other ranches (other ranch hands will unload). In November, we plant wheat, cultivate, fertilize and irrigate. Exposure to extreme temp, repetitive movements, extensive pushing, pulling walking and frequent stooping Involves lifting and carrying of 50 lbs frequently The hours listed represent the normal work schedule. Due to the nature of the duties and weather it is the prevailing practice to work substantially more, less or different hours than those listed, sometimes for extended periods of time. When the number of hours for a week exceeds the number listed then, the worker may be offered, but not required, to work more hours. Employer may request, but not require, workers to work more than the stated daily hours and/or on the weekend, a worker’s Sabbath or federal holidays. Worker must report to work at designated time and place each day. Daily or weekly work schedule may vary due to weather, sunlight, temperature, crop conditions, and other factors. Employer will notify workers of any change to start time.