Laborer

Job Duties

Start Date: May 1, 2026

End Date: Dec 31, 2026

Must Apply By: Sept 1, 2026

45 hours per week, Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Agricultural workers at hog barns will be responsible for installing and replacing machinery, equipment, and parts using hand and power tools. They will adjust, connect, and disconnect wiring, piping, tubing, and other components as needed. Workers will clean tools, work areas, and equipment using appropriate hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment. Duties also include applying protective materials to equipment and components to prevent defects and corrosion. Employees will position vehicles, machinery, and structures for assembly or installation and assemble and maintain physical structures to support efficient barn operations. In addition, they will disassemble broken or defective equipment to facilitate repairs and reassemble equipment once repairs are completed.

Minimum Education Required

No High School Diploma or GED required.

Minimum Experience Required

Applicants must have a minimum of one (1) month of experience in farm installation and maintenance. Workers must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds for distances of up to 75 yards. The position requires exposure to extreme temperatures and involves extensive pushing or pulling, extensive sitting or walking, frequent stooping or bending, and repetitive movements.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

8

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

No

Drug Test Required

No

Compensation

$16.70 / Hourly

Additional Compensation

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

56256

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

H-2A #26-359

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 $16.28 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

Send resume listing experience to:

MN DEED/FLC

Attn: H-2A#26-359

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

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CALL: Mary Garcia View phone number on click.appcast.io

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