Seasonal Crop Farmworker

Seasonal Crop Farmworker at Fuller Orchards LLC in Palisade, CO.

Winter pruning of peach trees, rake brush, plant trees, clean/maintain work area, cut weeds, thin blossoms/fruit from trees. Harvest cherries/peaches/pears at correct ripeness, pack into shipping boxes. Must be able to climb down ladder with 35 lbs pack. Must pick 10 bushel bags (50 lbs) per hour for job retention. Workers will be trained in food safety and must follow guidelines to retain employment.

Employer will abide by all of Colorado's agricultural laws to include Senate Bill 21-087 ("SB87") and the Overtime and Minimum Pay Standards Order (COMPS order) #38.

Effective 1/1/25, overtime must be paid after 48 hours worked per week, or 56 hours worked per week for up to 22 “peak weeks” for highly seasonal employers.

Work begins January 15, 2027 and ends September 29, 2027.

Pay is $16.68 per hour.

Housing is provided.

Typical schedule: about 40 hours per week.