H-2AFarming and ranching

Farmworkers

Smith Packing, inc

📍 Yuma, AZ · Yuma County

Pay$15.32 per hour

DatesOct 25, 2026 – Apr 18, 2027

Openings45

Hours per week35

✔ Housing provided
✔ Daily transportation

How to apply

Contact the employer directly. Mention the job title and the case number. Case number: JO-A-300-26236-189504

📞 Phone: +1 (805) 348-1817
✉️ Email: h2a@smithpackinginc.com

Employer instructions

Only applicants meeting all the qualifications for employment, who are eligible to work in the United States, able to meet the physical demands of the position and the employer's work schedule, and who are willing to perform the agricultural job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation, should seek employment. To be considered for hire, all applicants must comply with the employer's hiring procedures, which require completion of an employment application and an interview. Applicants may apply directly to the company or be referred by visiting any local office of the California EDD or another State Workforce Agency.
Applicants may seek employment by calling Ms. Hilda Lopez from Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at (805) 348-1817. Applicants will be interviewed by telephone no cost to workers. All employees hired will be required to present document(s) to evidence their identity and authorization to work in the United
States and must complete an I-9 Form during the hiring process.

✉️ Application email template in English

Replace what is in brackets [ ] with your details. If the employer asked for another way to apply, follow their instructions.

Subject: Application for Farmworkers (H-2A) - Case JO-A-300-26236-189504

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to apply for the Farmworkers position (H-2A, case number JO-A-300-26236-189504) in Yuma, AZ, from October 25, 2026 to April 18, 2027.

[Write 1 or 2 lines about your experience, for example: I have 2 years of experience working in landscaping and construction.]

I am available for the full contract period and I can send my resume and references. I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,
[Your full name]
[Your country] - [Your phone / WhatsApp] - [Your email]

Job duties

Original text, as filed with the Department of Labor.

Field Worker. Harvest lettuce, broccoli and similar crop. Cut, bag, pack, and load fresh produce in the field of the correct quality, size and weight. Continual visual examination of produce to determine if product is right for harvesting. Cutting is done on harvesting machine by using hands and cutting knife. Using a harvesting hand knife and bending at the waist, the employee cuts the head from the roots and trims the outer leaves from the head to prepare it to be packed into a carton, bag, tote or bin. Place commodity into appropriate packing box. Place completed packed product onto moving equipment, such as conveyors. Mark cartons by using marking tools. Examine and inspect containers, packaging material and product to ensure that packing specifications are met. Stack 25 lb boxes from the conveyor to the pallets. Employees may be required to lift empty pallets weighing 45 lbs. The process is repeated. Workers will not perform weeding activities by hand in a stopped, kneeling or squatting position. Machine Operator. Qualifying workers may operate specialized machinery after undergoing several hours of safety training and passing a hands-on tractor driving exam. Responsible for general operation of tractors and machines under the supervision of the
Supervisor/Foreperson.
Qualifying workers must demonstrate willingness, basic knowledge of driving a tractor and the ability to operate agricultural machinery in a safe manner. Tractor drivers will be responsible for movement of tractors and machinery in and around ranches with or without loaded attachments. Hitch and unhitching attachments. Sit for long periods of time. Operate breaks, gears, pedals, reading gauges and steering controls while driving. Refuel and maintain tractor operations to ensure optimum performance. Conduct daily maintenance checks prior to operating.

Qualifying worker will perform agricultural field and harvesting duties as assigned by the employer. Employee may also be assigned to drive an employer-provided van to transport H-2A and corresponding workers between employer provided housing or designated worksite. Van Driving duties are expected to constitute approximately 1-1.5 hours per workday and will be minor to the employees' primary harvesting duties.

Qualifying worker will perform agricultural labor and related farm duties, including operating and driving a washing-machine/equipment truck as needed. Worker may occasionally assist with washing and cleaning the machine/equipment, for up to approximately 2 hours per workday when such work is necessary. All duties will be performed in connection with the employer's agricultural operations.

Requirements

Education	None required
Experience	1 month
Other requirements	Lifting up to 65 lb

Qualifying workers must have one month of agricultural experience. All qualified applicants must have the authorization to work in the United States, be willing to perform the agricultural duties as described in this job order and be able to meet the physical demands of the position and the employer's work schedule with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits and conditions

Schedule	6:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.
Paid	Weekly
Housing type	Employer-provided (including mobile or range) (Yuma, Az)
Housing	Housed - furnished with appliances, and kitchen. Each worker will be provided with their own bed. Laundry facilities located at housing location. Workers responsible for laundry costs All accommodations provided to workers are compliant with the applicable housing health and safety standards set forth in 20 CFR 655.122(d)(1)(ii) 20 CFR 655.141(a). The accommodations are sufficient to accommodate the number of workers requested. 1932 W Main St, Somerton Arizona 85350 , Yuma County
Meals	Workers staying at rental homes ( 3) will be provided access to cooking facilities, refrigerator and other housing appliances. Workers will also be provided transportation to grocery store at least once a week. Employees staying at rental homes will not be charged for meals. Employees will be taken to grocery and banks once a week with enough time to make purchases and run errands.
Daily transportation	The employer will offer daily transportation at no cost to H-2A workers and corresponding U.S. farmworkers who are eligible for housing. Workers will be picked up at the employer-provided housing address on workdays approximately 15min before the day's scheduled start time. Workers will be picked up from the worksite(s) at the end of the workday and returned to the designated employer - provided housing location. Authorized by FLC Registration * Thomas/SAF -T Liner C2 Bus (48 Person Capacity).
Travel to the job	See Addendum C
Pay deductions	See Addendum C

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Case number	JO-A-300-26236-189504
Official occupation	Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse (45-2092.00)
Posted	Sep 9, 2026

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