Job Description
Join Coastal Harvest Farms, a leading Virginia Beach agricultural employer, and build your career with H2A visa sponsorship! We're seeking dedicated seasonal workers to support our year-round operations in Virginia's fertile coastal plains. Enjoy competitive wages, free housing, and transportation benefits while contributing to sustainable farming practices. Our program offers full visa sponsorship assistance for qualified international candidates, making this your gateway to American agricultural opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Operate farm machinery including tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems
- Plant, cultivate, and harvest diverse crops including vegetables and grains
- Monitor crop health and apply pest/disease control measures
- Maintain farm equipment and facilities through daily inspections
- Adhere to strict food safety and quality standards
- Assist with packing, sorting, and loading harvested produce
- Participate in seasonal planting and crop rotation schedules
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of commercial farming experience
- Physically capable of performing strenuous outdoor labor
- Valid H2A visa sponsorship eligibility (international applicants)
- Ability to work 40+ hours/week in varying weather conditions
- Basic English communication skills
- Valid driver's license preferred
- Willingness to live on-site provided housing
- Commitment to seasonal work schedule (typically 6-10 months)