H-2AFarming and ranching

First-Line Supervisors Of Farming

Empire Farm Labor Contractor LLC (2026.89)

📍 Mecca, CA · Riverside County

Pay$29.48 per hour

DatesNov 2, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026

Openings3

Hours per week40

✔ Housing provided
✔ Daily transportation

How to apply

Contact the employer directly. Mention the job title and the case number. Case number: JO-A-300-26244-208739

📞 Phone: +1 (831) 272-3523
✉️ Email: contrataciones@empireflc.com

Employer instructions

Applicants may apply at or be referred by any local office of a State Workforce Agency (SWA). All applicants should thoroughly review and understand the job specifications and terms and conditions of employment described in this Clearance Order before contacting the employer or seeking referral.

Only applicants who:
1. Meet all stated job qualifications
2. Are legally authorized to work in the United States
3. Willing to perform the work and commit to the full contract period
4. Able to perform the job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation
5. Qualified and meet all job requirements as specified in this Clearance Order.

Applicants referred by the SWA, as well as walk-ins and gate hires, may contact the employer during regular business hours using the information below:

Empire Farm Labor Contractor, LLC
17601 Vierra Canyon Rd., Suite 201
Salinas, CA 93907
Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (excluding federal holidays)
Contact: Mariana Barrera, (831) 272-3523

Applicants will be interviewed in person or by telephone, and job offers will be extended to all willing, able, available and qualified applicants.

If a referring agency anticipates referring multiple applicants simultaneously, the employer requests advance notice to allow adequate time for interview scheduling.

All referrals and applicants must present original identity and employment authorization documents sufficient to complete Form I-9, as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) at the time they report for work. These documents will be examined by the employer as a condition of completing the hiring process. Referring local offices should fully apprise workers of this requirement prior to referral.

The employer will review each applicant's completed application individually following the interview. The employer will accept referrals from any source and will continue to cooperate with the State Workforce Agency (SWA) by accepting referrals of all willing, able, available and qualified U.S. workers who apply (or for whom an application is submitted) for the job opportunity until the end of the recruitment period specified in the job order.

Applicants and referrals will not be considered until a completed and signed application is received by the employer, indicating that the worker has received a written copy of the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker employment disclosures, or an employment contract containing such disclosures, as required by law.

✉️ 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 First-Line Supervisors Of Farming (H-2A) - Case JO-A-300-26244-208739

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to apply for the First-Line Supervisors Of Farming position (H-2A, case number JO-A-300-26244-208739) in Mecca, CA, from November 2, 2026 to December 6, 2026.

[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.

Supervisor Duties: Manage and coordinate employees for farm work and laborer positions and farm equipment operator job duties. Direct and coordinate, through subordinate supervisory personnel, the activities of workers dedicated to the production of agricultural crops. Directs and coordinates worker activities such as planting, watering, applying chemicals, and harvesting. Coordinates cultivation activities with management, human resources, agronomy department, equipment maintenance, packing house, and other related departments.

Examples of supervisory duties are:
• Monitor workers to ensure that safety regulations are followed, issuing warnings or disciplinary action to employees who violate safety regulations.
• Ensure tasks are completed and arrive at job sites on time.
• Schedule work crews, equipment, or transportation for several work crews
• May need to check fields for frost and schedule delay start times and adjust work schedules
• Manage transportation of workers from their housing to various field sites, and other sites according to appointments and/or schedules
•Make sure employees follow all rules set by the employer
• Make sure they are maintaining and cleaning living areas. Notify appropriate staff of housing issues so they can be addressed
• Make sure the home is cleaned regularly
• Ensure vehicles are cleaned and fluids checked regularly
•Notify appropriate personnel of vehicle issues so they can be addressed
• Manage H-2A employee time clock to ensure hours worked are recorded correctly. Report time clock issues or hours worked discrepancies to appropriate personnel. Ensure rest and meal breaks are taken on time and report any issues to appropriate personnel
• Disciplinary communication and/or written disciplinary actions of employees
• Check the location of workers several times a day
• Notify appropriate personnel of any injuries so they are reported and managed appropriately
• Ensure employees have the proper equipment to do their jobs, as well as track equipment and maintenance
•Coordinate with farm management to ensure the correct number and correct employees are in designated areas
• Manage the location, stock, cleanliness and number of portable toilets with work equipment
• Manage record books for food safety
• Monitor heat/climate for work crews and adhere to guidelines
• Ability to generate the work order in the worker's area of responsibility independently and ability to calculate anticipated production by field and by workday.
•Responsible for vehicle maintenance tasks, including fueling and cleaning
Flexibility and Adaptability: Willingness to work extended hours during peak seasons and adapt to changing weather conditions or urgent operational needs.
Attention to Detail: Precision in record-keeping, data analysis of crop yields, and reporting on daily operations is required to ensure optimal farm performance.
Continuous Learning Attitude: A commitment to staying updated on the latest agricultural trends, technologies, and regulations by attending workshops, seminars, or pursuing relevant certifications at the employer’s expense.

Requirements

Education	None required
Experience	12 months
Other requirements	Driver's license required Lifting up to 60 lb Drug test

Candidates must have at least twelve (12) months of verifiable experience within the last two (2) years related to Agricultural Supervisor and in agriculture, specifically related to Bell Peppers and Corn in order to prevent crop damage and personal injury. This position requires one (1) year of experience for the employee to get a full understanding of the job & responsibilities. Work will be performed under variable weather conditions, and all duties must be carried out in a manner that consistently demonstrates Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and adherence to the highest food safety standards. Workers are required to attend a mandatory orientation, for which time will be compensated. Workers must be able to understand English or Spanish, the languages spoken and written in the workplace, in order to follow work and safety instructions.

Benefits and conditions

Schedule	6:00 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.
Paid	Weekly
Pay details	$26.41/hr for H-2A Workers. See Addendum A.
Housing type	Rental or public accommodations (Brawley, Ca)
Housing	80 rooms with 80 bathrooms, showers, and lavatories. Bedding will be provided. The housing facility will hold 2 workers. Laundry facilities are available. No kitchen facilities.
Meals	Workers residing in employer-provided housing without kitchen facilities will be offered three meals per day, seven days per week. On workdays, the lunch meal may be provided at the worksite. The employer contracted with Gourmet Central Bake House, Contact: Natalie Garcia, phone number (831) 789 9199 to prepare and provide three meals a day. The employer will pay the vendor directly for the meals served. The employer will charge up to the maximum daily meal charge permitted by the U.S. Department of Labor for employer-provided meals, unless a higher amount is approved. The employer is requesting approval for a higher meal charge. Meal charges will be deducted only for days on which meals are provided and made available to the worker, beginning on the first day the worker occupies employer-provided housing. No deduction will be made for meals not provided. No refund will be issued for meals offered but not consumed.
Daily transportation	See Attachment C.
Travel to the job	See Attachment C.
Pay deductions	The following deductions may be made from the worker's pay, as applicable: FICA; federal income tax withholding; state and/or local tax withholding; medical insurance payments; state-sponsored retirement savings plan deductions; and any deductions expressly authorized by the worker in writing. Reissued Check Policy: After the first instance of a lost, damaged, or expired paycheck, the company will charge a $25.00 processing fee for each reissued check, unless the need for reissuance results from the company's negligence. The employer will not deduct from the employee's wages, nor require reimbursement, for any cash shortage, breakage, or loss of housing, furnishings, tools, or equipment, unless it can be proven that such loss resulted from a dishonest, willful, or grossly negligent act by the employee.

Case number	JO-A-300-26244-208739
Official occupation	First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers (45-1011.00)
Employer's agent or attorney	Western Growers Association
Posted	Sep 14, 2026

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