United Spinal Association Jobs

Need 15 full time, temporary, seasonal Farmworkers to work in Pipestone, MN. From: 05/02/2025 to 10/01/2025 Work: 45 hrs./week, Mon.-Fri. 7 hrs/day, Sat. 5 hrs/day. Workers will have an unpaid lunch break when working more than 5 hours. Must report to work at the designated time and place each day. Daily or weekly work schedules may vary due to weather, sunlight, temperature, crop conditions, and other factors. Employer will notify workers of any change to start/end times. Employer may request, but not require that workers work more than the stated daily hours, on the worker s Sabbath, or on federal holidays. As required for all workers in Minnesota, hours worked in excess of 48 hours in a work week will be paid at the rate of 1.5 times the regular rate of pay. Must apply by: 07/18/2025 Job Description: Employees will work on farms, under the instruction of a supervisor, performing general maintenance tasks. These daily tasks will include repairing PVC water lines, fixing water leaks, replacing water nipples, cleaning, and replacing water filters. Employees will set up ventilation systems, perform ventilation system maintenance, and change filtration chutes as needed. Duties will include repair and replacement of fan and feed motors, greasing fan and feed motor bearings, repair and maintenance of heat lamps and cool cells. Employees will need to cover and uncover fans as weather changes. Repair of sow feeders, tubes, and creep paneling in farrowing crates will be required. Tasks may also include unclogging sewer lines, minor welding tasks, and caulking structures. Employees will be expected to keep up with yard maintenance, such as mowing, spraying, and trimming weeds, along with snow removal as needed. Clean-up site. Workers may assist supervisors in communicating information regarding work duties and requirements and instructing other workers in and related work activities. Workers may serve as the lead worker in small crews. Workers who possess a valid driver s license and meet all applicable legal requirements, including holding a doctor s certificate as required by 29 CFR 500.105, may be asked to drive vehicles for transporting workers, goods, or commodities on company business. This task is voluntary, compensable, and not a mandatory job duty. Workers without a valid driver s license or doctor s certificate will still be fully eligible for employment and are not disqualified from any other job responsibilities outlined in this application. The employer can and will make alternative arrangements for the transportation of workers should the need arise. All workers that have a valid driver's license must agree to and comply with the employer's fleet policy agreement prior to driving any company vehicles. Workers shall not drive a company vehicle unless written permission is provided to employee. Drivers may be entitled to additional compensation for properly maintaining company vehicles. Work is to be done for long periods of time in the field, when plants may be wet with dew and rain, and may be required during light rain, snow, moderate winds, direct sun, high humidity and extreme temperatures. Allergies to ragweed, goldenrod, insect spray, related chemicals, etc. may affect workers ability to perform the job. Workers must be able to perform the required work with or without reasonable accommodations. Workers may be required to work during rain conditions that are not severe enough to stop operations. Workers should be physically able to do the work required. Workers will be expected to work on days that are deemed workable by Employer's management. Disciplinary action may be taken if worker does not show up for work due to stated conditions. Must wear assigned personal protective equipment when required. Must report for work daily wearing appropriate work clothing and boots or other durable foot wear. Casual clothing not permitted. Workers wearing inappropriate clothing will not be permitted to start work Job Requiremen s: Must be able to lift and carry 75lbs/75yds. Must be willing to learn specialized skills and adapt to production protocols. Once hired, ongoing training provided. Background check conducted through ADP if worker has a U.S Social Security Number. The employer reserves the right to conduct a background check post-hire at the employers expense IF the employer deems it necessary. Employer reserves the right after employment to ask any employee at the employer's expense to take a blood or urine test to determine whether he/she is under the influence of controlled substances, illegal drugs or alcohol. Any employee who declines to take or fails this drug test will be terminated and paid for all hours worked, if any. Effective Jan 1, 2024, per MN State Statute, an employee will earn one hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked, up to at least 48 hours of accrued Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) per year, provided the employee works a minimum of 80 hours in a calendar year. EMPLOYER ASSURANCES: Work guaranteed for 3/4 of contract period, starting with date of arrival at work site. Employer provides free housing for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Employer pays inbound transportation and subsistence to work site upon 50% completion of work contract for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Daily subsistence will be provided at a rate of at least $15.46 per day during travel to a maximum of $59.00 per day with receipts. Required work-related tools and supplies provided free of charge by employer. How to apply: Mail or Fax resume listing experience to: MN DEED/FLC Attn: H-2A#25-378 ,JO#14528160 Great Northern Building-12th Floor, 180 E. Fifth Street, St Paul, MN 55101-1678. Fax: 651-297-7722 Call: Mary Garcia, FLC Coordinator, 651-259-7513. Must have proof of legal authority to work in U.S.