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The H-2A Temporary Agricultural Program allows U.S. agricultural employers to bring foreign nationals to the U.S. to fill temporary or seasonal farm labor and agricultural jobs when domestic workers are unavailable. There is no annual cap on H-2A visas. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor, provide housing, and pay the higher of the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, the applicable prevailing wage, or the federal or state minimum wage.
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Join Schwartz Farms, Inc. as a High School Part-Time Animal Care Specialist and immerse yourself in the heart of animal care! As a High School Part-Time Animal Care Specialist, you'll find yourself surrounded by a family-like atmosphere where every day is a new adventure. Experience hands-on training as you work directly with our animals, fostering a respectful and adaptable work environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To thrive as a High School Part-Time Animal Care Specialist at Schwartz Farms, Inc., you'll need a genuine passion for animals and a willingness to learn! While we encourage our high schoolers that no previous experience is necessary, your enthusiasm and eagerness to grow are essential. Being at least 16 years old allows you to embark on this exciting journey! Strong communication skills will be vital, as you'll be collaborating with a dedicated team and sharing observations about the animals in your care. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting, our on-the-job training ensures you'll be equipped with the skills needed to succeed. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to blend your passion for animals with a fulfilling career - APPLY NOW!
POSITION OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSE:
As a High School Part-Time Animal Care Specialist at Schwartz Farms, Inc., you can expect an engaging and fulfilling day-to-day experience! The Animal Care Specialist is responsible for providing support to breeding, farrowing or wean-finish teams. We know that schoolwork, sports, and other activities can be overwhelming. With the help of our managers, you will work together to come up with a schedule that will work for you!
This position is designed around our high school students who are eager to learn more about the opportunities that Schwartz Farms Inc. and the swine industry has to offer!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Tasks are dependent upon the department, but may include:
- Provide care for animals, ensuring they have access to food, water and a comfortable environment
- Assist with movement of animals
- Assist with treating and vaccinating animals
- Maintain accurate documentation
- Assist with processing of animals
- Promote a safe work environment
- Maintain PQA certification status (provided on the job)
- Follow all SFI bio-security policies and procedures
- Exhibit strong teamwork, including working to achieve team goals, embracing new technologies, working on new projects, etc.
Additional Duties:
- Demonstrate Schwartz Farms' values of integrity, respect, excellence and adaptability
- Advocate and engage in SFI's animal welfare policy, including promoting animal well-being, remedying circumstances which impede animal care, and properly reporting instances of mistreatment or abuse
- Additional duties may be assigned as they arise
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If this sounds like the right job for you, don't wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!
INTRODUCTION
Join Schwartz Farms, Inc. as a High School Part-Time Animal Care Specialist and immerse yourself in the heart of animal care! As a High School Part-Time Animal Care Specialist, you'll find yourself surrounded by a family-like atmosphere where every day is a new adventure. Experience hands-on training as you work directly with our animals, fostering a respectful and adaptable work environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To thrive as a High School Part-Time Animal Care Specialist at Schwartz Farms, Inc., you'll need a genuine passion for animals and a willingness to learn! While we encourage our high schoolers that no previous experience is necessary, your enthusiasm and eagerness to grow are essential. Being at least 16 years old allows you to embark on this exciting journey! Strong communication skills will be vital, as you'll be collaborating with a dedicated team and sharing observations about the animals in your care. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting, our on-the-job training ensures you'll be equipped with the skills needed to succeed. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to blend your passion for animals with a fulfilling career - APPLY NOW!
POSITION OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSE:
As a High School Part-Time Animal Care Specialist at Schwartz Farms, Inc., you can expect an engaging and fulfilling day-to-day experience! The Animal Care Specialist is responsible for providing support to breeding, farrowing or wean-finish teams. We know that schoolwork, sports, and other activities can be overwhelming. With the help of our managers, you will work together to come up with a schedule that will work for you!
This position is designed around our high school students who are eager to learn more about the opportunities that Schwartz Farms Inc. and the swine industry has to offer!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Tasks are dependent upon the department, but may include:
- Provide care for animals, ensuring they have access to food, water and a comfortable environment
- Assist with movement of animals
- Assist with treating and vaccinating animals
- Maintain accurate documentation
- Assist with processing of animals
- Promote a safe work environment
- Maintain PQA certification status (provided on the job)
- Follow all SFI bio-security policies and procedures
- Exhibit strong teamwork, including working to achieve team goals, embracing new technologies, working on new projects, etc.
Additional Duties:
- Demonstrate Schwartz Farms' values of integrity, respect, excellence and adaptability
- Advocate and engage in SFI's animal welfare policy, including promoting animal well-being, remedying circumstances which impede animal care, and properly reporting instances of mistreatment or abuse
- Additional duties may be assigned as they arise
Get Started with Our Team!
If this sounds like the right job for you, don't wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!
How to Get H-2A Sponsorship
Target farm operators and agricultural staffing agencies
H-2A sponsorship comes almost exclusively from growers, ranchers, nurseries, and ag staffing agencies that recruit seasonal crews. These employers file petitions directly with USCIS, so targeting them through farm job boards and state agricultural associations is more effective than general job sites.
Start your search three to four months before harvest season
H-2A employers must file petitions at least 45 days before the work start date. Most begin recruiting well before that. Connecting with growers in late winter for spring planting or midsummer for fall harvest gives you the best chance of landing a sponsored position.
Focus on states with the highest H-2A demand
Florida, California, Georgia, Washington, and North Carolina consistently file the most H-2A petitions. Concentrating your search on agricultural employers in these states significantly increases your chances of finding an employer actively seeking sponsored seasonal workers.
Understand that your visa is tied to one specific employer
H-2A status is employer-specific and tied to a defined work period and location listed in the petition. You cannot switch employers mid-season without a new petition. Confirm the job duration, location, and crop type before accepting any offer.
Verify the employer has filed a valid job order with their state agency
Legitimate H-2A employers must post a job order through the state workforce agency before sponsoring foreign workers. If an employer cannot confirm this step has been completed, the sponsorship process cannot move forward legally.
Check that you're applying from an eligible country
H-2A workers must be nationals of a country the U.S. has designated as eligible for the program. The list is updated annually. Confirm your country appears on the current USCIS eligibility list before pursuing an H-2A sponsored position.
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What types of jobs qualify for H-2A sponsorship?
H-2A covers temporary or seasonal agricultural work, including crop harvesting and planting, livestock care, farm equipment operation, nursery work, and related field labor. The work must be of a temporary or seasonal nature, meaning tied to a particular season or a one-time need. Non-agricultural jobs, even on farms, do not qualify under H-2A and would instead fall under H-2B.
How does H-2A differ from H-2B?
H-2A covers agricultural work and has no annual cap, while H-2B covers non-agricultural temporary work and is subject to a 66,000 annual cap with a lottery when oversubscribed. H-2A employers have additional obligations, including providing free housing and transportation to workers from their home country. The wage requirements under H-2A are also more prescriptive, tied to the Adverse Effect Wage Rate published annually by USDA.
Which countries are eligible for H-2A visas?
Workers must be nationals of countries designated by DHS as eligible for H-2A participation, based on factors including overstay rates and cooperation on immigration enforcement. The list is reviewed annually and currently includes dozens of countries primarily in Latin America, the Caribbean, and parts of Eastern Europe and Africa. Nationals of non-designated countries may still be approved on a case-by-case basis in limited circumstances.
What housing and wage requirements apply to H-2A employers?
H-2A employers must provide free housing to workers who are not reasonably able to commute from their residence, either employer-provided housing or rental housing meeting applicable standards. Wages must be at least the Adverse Effect Wage Rate set annually for each state, the applicable prevailing wage, or federal and state minimum wage, whichever is highest. Employers must also cover round-trip transportation from the worker's home country.
How to find H-2A agricultural jobs with visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate surfaces agricultural job listings where employers are actively sponsoring H-2A workers. Large agricultural operations, farm labor contractors, and staffing agencies that specialize in agricultural placements are the primary H-2A sponsors. Because the program requires significant employer commitments including housing, most H-2A opportunities are with established farming operations rather than small individual farms.
What is the prevailing wage for h-2a sponsorship jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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