Agriculture H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in California

California's agriculture industry relies heavily on seasonal workers, and H-2B visas are one of the primary legal pathways employers use to fill those gaps. From grape harvests in the Central Valley and Napa to strawberry operations in Watsonville and citrus groves in the San Joaquin Valley, companies including Wonderful Company, Driscoll's, and Sun-Maid have histories of seasonal sponsorship hiring.

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Open Jobs54+
Work Type98% On-site
Median Salary$33K
Top LocationSan Diego, CA
Most JobsSharp Forestry

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SiteOne Landscape Supply
Branch Manager II
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Branch Manager II
SiteOne Landscape Supply
San Marcos, California
Human Resources
Customer Service & Support
Business Operations
Sales
Project & Program Management
Customer Service
$75,000/yr - $85,000/yr
On-Site
6+ yrs exp.
High School
1,001-5,000

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Davey Tree
Climbing Arborist
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Climbing Arborist
Davey Tree
San Diego, California
Skilled Trades
$25/hr - $35/hr
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10,000+

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SYNERGY COMPANIES
Plumbing
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Plumbing
SYNERGY COMPANIES
Atascadero, California
Construction
Plumbing
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$20/yr - $23/yr
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Jdr Lawn And Landscape LLC
Xfinity Retail Sales Specialist - Technology Products
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Jdr Lawn And Landscape LLC
San Francisco, 2186 Geary Blvd - Retail XFR3124, California
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Moon Valley Nursery Inc
Tree Care Sales Consultant
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Tree Care Sales Consultant
Moon Valley Nursery Inc
Corona, California
Sales
Customer Success
Account Management
Consulting & Professional Services
Inside Sales
$70,304/yr - $350,000/yr
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2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
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H-2B Agriculture Job Roles in California

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Agriculture H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

Which agriculture companies sponsor H-2B visas in California?

Large-scale growers and packing operations in California's Central Valley, Salinas Valley, and Coachella Valley have historically filed H-2B petitions. Companies involved in grape, strawberry, citrus, and tree nut production, including operations affiliated with Wonderful Company and Driscoll's, have used temporary worker programs. Sponsorship activity varies by season and annual labor needs, so current petition filings are the most reliable indicator.

Which cities in California have the most agriculture H-2B sponsorship jobs?

The highest concentration of agriculture H-2B activity is in the Central Valley, particularly around Fresno, Visalia, Bakersfield, and Stockton. The Salinas Valley, centered on Salinas and Watsonville, is a major hub for berry and leafy green harvesting. Coachella and Thermal in the desert south see significant date and grape harvesting activity during their respective peak seasons.

What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship?

H-2B covers temporary non-agricultural work, but certain on-farm roles that fall outside the H-2A visa classification, such as equipment operators, packing shed workers, irrigation technicians, and supervisory field positions, may qualify. Roles must be genuinely temporary, tied to a peak season or one-time need, and the employer must demonstrate U.S. workers are unavailable. Most field harvesting roles fall under H-2A, not H-2B.

How do I find agriculture H-2B sponsorship jobs in California?

Migrate Mate lists verified H-2B sponsorship jobs filtered by state and industry, making it straightforward to find agriculture-related H-2B openings specifically in California. Because H-2B agriculture roles in California are tied to seasonal cycles, checking Migrate Mate regularly during late winter and spring, when employers typically begin filing petitions for summer and fall harvests, gives you the best window for current openings.

Are there any California-specific considerations for H-2B agriculture sponsorship?

California's strict labor laws, including its own wage standards and worker protection rules, apply to H-2B workers alongside federal requirements. Employers must comply with both the prevailing wage determined by the Department of Labor and any applicable California minimum wage. The state's agricultural regions also have defined peak seasons that drive petition timing, so H-2B petitions for California agriculture jobs are typically filed well in advance of the harvest window.

What is the prevailing wage for H-2B agriculture jobs in California?

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.