Farmhand/Harvester Job at BCForward, Waimea, HI

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  • BCForward
  • Waimea, HI

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

BCForward is looking for Field Research Assistant in Waimea, HI 96796

Position Title: Field Research Assistant

Locations: Waimea, HI  96796

Expected Duration:  6 Months 

Job Type: Contract with possible extension

Pay Rate $18.50 - $19.50/hr. on W2 (pay rate would be based on experience)

Need: High school diploma required, Amy Experience with Agriculture, horticulture, plant care, seed handling, harvesting would be a good fit.

 

Position Purpose:
The Research Assistant will perform a variety of routine tasks associated with the seed research program. Tasks will include pollination of corn plants and harvest of corn ears according to established research protocols. The type of task will be dependent on the stage of the crop and will be seasonal in nature. Additional field and shade house tasks may include planting, thinning, weeding, tissue sampling, pollination, transplanting, transpotting, pot or flat filling, plant tagging, seedling rearray, plant cutting, husk back, harvest, and pest management activities such as pesticide applications. Additional sample processing tasks including preparation of supplies, sorting, shelling, weighing, counting, preparation for shipping, and seed packaging. General facility operations tasks include general clean-up, organization of samples and supplies, and other routine and non-routine tasks as they arise.

Responsibilities:

  • For some tasks, health monitoring or respirator medical clearance may be required. Supplier will be informed if this is needed. The Field Assistant may perform additional tasks as requested by the supervisor including the use of powered tools and machinery such as, but not limited to, mowers, weed whackers, blowers, power washers, choppers, potting machines, bale shavers and conveyors.
    The Field Assistant must be able to understand and follow both written and oral instructions.
  • Assistants receive general instructions on routine tasks and detailed instructions on new tasks with hands-on training and skills verification. Attention to detail is necessary.
    Must be able to lift 40lbs and walk on uneven field surfaces for 8 or more hours per shift.
  • Must have the ability to work with and around plants and plant pollens.
  • Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions for extended periods.
  • Working safely is a condition of employment.

 

Company Description

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer.

Company Description

About BCforward:\r\n\r\nFounded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.\r\n\r\nBCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.\r\n\r\nBCforward is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Tags

Contract work, Seasonal work, Shift work,

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