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First-line Supervisors Of Farming

Empire Farm Labor Contractor LLC (2026.89) H-2A Agriculture Full-timeSalinas, CALIFORNIA 29.48 USD /HOUR
Posted Sep 14, 2026 · Expires Oct 6, 2026

Quick facts

Pay
29.48 USD /HOUR
Type
Full-time
Location
Salinas, CALIFORNIA
Languages
Spanish
Industry
Agriculture — 74 open jobs
Visa in listing
H-2A
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Job description

Begin date: 11/2/2026

Full Time: Yes

Number of Workers Requested: 3

Job Duties: 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.

Job Classification: 45-1011.00 - First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers

Experience Required: Yes

Months of Experience Required: 12

Special Requirements: 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.

Number of Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule (Start/End time): 6:00 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

Visa sponsorship record

No public sponsorship records found

We didn't find H-1B, H-1B1, E-3 or green card (PERM) filings under the name Empire Farm Labor Contractor LLC (2026.89) in the Department of Labor and USCIS data. That doesn't mean the job can't be sponsored — the company may file under a different legal name, be new to sponsorship, or sponsor a visa that isn't in these datasets (for example H-2B or J-1).

Tip: ask the recruiter early, in writing, which visa they sponsor and whether they cover the legal and filing fees.

Which visas can work for this job

Occupation: Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop (SOC 45-2092) — estimated from the job title.

  • Mentioned in the listing

    H-2A

  • H-2B / H-2A (seasonal and temporary work)

    Temporary non-agricultural (H-2B) or agricultural (H-2A) jobs. The employer files a labor certification and petition; you apply for the visa at a US consulate. H-2B has a yearly cap of 66,000 (plus supplemental visas); H-2A has no cap.

  • EB-3 “other workers” green card

    Permanent residence for jobs that need less than 2 years of training. Waits for this category are long (often several years).

  • H-1B

    H-1B needs a role that requires at least a bachelor's degree, so it's usually not an option here.

Salary vs prevailing wage

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop · Salinas, CA. Annual prevailing wages set by the Department of Labor (OFLC).

L1L2L3L4
LevelPrevailing wageH-1B lottery odds*
Level I$35,402~15%
Level II$37,814~31%
Level III$40,248~46%
Level IV$42,661~61%

The listing has no salary, so we can't place it on a wage level. Ask the employer which wage level they'd file at: Level III–IV registrations get 3–4 entries in the H-1B lottery.

* Odds are DHS projections for the FY2027 wage-weighted lottery (actual results vary by year and employer). Since the FY2027 cap season the H-1B lottery is weighted by wage level: Level I = 1 entry, II = 2, III = 3, IV = 4. The level is set by the offered wage against the prevailing wage for the occupation and worksite. Separately, a $100,000 fee for new H-1B petitions for workers outside the US was announced in 2025; as of September 2026 a federal court ruling keeps it unenforceable while appeals continue — check the current status.

Sources: U.S. Department of Labor OFLC disclosure data (H-1B/H-1B1/E-3 LCA, PERM), OFLC prevailing wage data, USCIS H-1B Employer Data Hub, E-Verify participating employers. Data loaded: LCA FY2024–FY2026, PERM, USCIS Data Hub, OFLC wages; updated 2026-10-03. Employers are matched by name, so records of companies with similar names can occasionally be mixed up. This is general information, not legal advice — talk to an immigration attorney about your case.