Farmworker/Laborer

Wescott Agri Products Inc

Lake City, MNFull-time$16/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.

At a glance

Compensation
$16/hr
Location
Lake City, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Job overview

Wescott Agri Products Inc is hiring a Farmworker/Laborer. Wescott Agri Products Inc is seeking farmworkers/laborers for apple orchard duties. Responsibilities include pruning, weeding, thinning, tree planting, and harvesting, along with general orchard maintenance. The role requires the ability to lift 50 lbs and perform repetitive movements in various temperature conditions. This is a temporary, full-time position from August to November.

Key focus areas include Prune trees, Weed orchards, and Thin trees.

Successful candidates bring 1+ Month Experience and Lift 50 Lbs. Important skills include Pruning, Weeding, Thinning, Tree Planting, Harvesting, and Orchard Tree Maintenance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PruningWeedingThinningTree PlantingHarvestingOrchard Tree MaintenanceTrellis MaintenancePerform Repetitive MovementsExtensive Pushing or PullingExtensive Sitting or WalkingFrequent Stooping or Bending

Qualifications

Lift 50 Lbs1 Month of Experience Performing Job DutiesLegal Authority to Work in U.S.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Full job description

Job Duties

Start Date: Aug 2, 2026

End Date: Nov 7, 2026

Must Apply By: Sept 20, 2026

Hours 40 hrs per week, Mon-Fri, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Workers activities include pruning, weeding, thinning, tree planting and harvesting, general apple orchard tree and trellis maintenance on occasion and perform any other orchard related duties. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Minimum Education Required

No High School Diploma or GED required.

Minimum Experience Required

One (1) month of experience performing the job duties listed. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive movements, extensive pushing or pulling, extensive sitting or walking, and frequent stooping or bending in extreme temperature conditions. Hours may increase or decrease depending on weather, crop conditions, pests, disease, crop yield, labor availability, and productivity. Use of electronic devices during work hours is restricted to emergencies only.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

19

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

No

Drug Test Required

No

Compensation

$16.00 / Hourly

Additional Compensation

A worker can earn bonuses and/or wage increases based on performance and length of service with the employer, this benefit is at the sole discretion of the employer. As required for all workers in Minnesota, hours worked in excess of 48 hours in a work week will be paid at the rate of 1.5 times the regular rate of pay.

Postal Code

55041

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

H-2A #26-419

Job Benefits

EMPLOYER ASSURANCES: Work guaranteed for 3/4 of contract period, starting with date of arrival at work site. Employer provides free housing for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Employer pays inbound transportation and subsistence to work site upon 50% completion of work contract for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Daily subsistence will be provided at a rate of at least $16.78 per day during travel to a maximum of $68.00 per day with receipts. Required work-related tools and supplies provided free of charge by employer.

Effective Jan 1, 2024, per MN State Statute, an employee will earn one hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked, up to at least 48 hours of accrued Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) per year, provided the employee works a minimum of 80 hours in a calendar year.

Application Instructions

MN DEED/FLC

Attn: H-2A#26-419

180 E. 5th St., Suite1200, St. Paul, MN 55101

FAX: 651-297-7722

EMAIL: [email protected]

CALL: Mary Garcia 651-259-7513

Must have proof of legal authority to work in U.S.

You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.