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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Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations: San Jose, CA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 227185
Compensation Data
$26.44/hr
Job Duties
- Properly inspect utility poles by visually looking for holes and damage to identify work
- Execute work orders to tend poles by drilling and filling holes with the proper material
- Understand and practice all safety measures to ensure job site safety
- Maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, hammers, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
- Every day there is something new to do!
Qualifications
- Love of the outdoors
- Ability to complete Electrical Hazard Awareness Program and OSHA training
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
- Required: valid driver’s license
- Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
- Preferred: pole test and treat experience or other related work
- Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
- Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®
Additional Information
What We Offer:
- Progressive advancement in job classification and wage
- Benefits through union agreement including health insurance and pension
- Opportunity to travel
- Opportunity for overtime work
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
- Employee referral bonus program
- Scholarship program for children of employees
- Charitable matching gift program
*All listed benefits available to eligible employees
Company Overview
Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.
Davey Tree Surgery, a Davey Company, is currently looking to add a dynamic pole technician to our passionate team of electrical facility maintenance crews. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at SurgeryJobs@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
Senior Technician - Poles
Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations: San Jose, CA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 227185
Compensation Data
$26.44/hr
Job Duties
- Properly inspect utility poles by visually looking for holes and damage to identify work
- Execute work orders to tend poles by drilling and filling holes with the proper material
- Understand and practice all safety measures to ensure job site safety
- Maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, hammers, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
- Every day there is something new to do!
Qualifications
- Love of the outdoors
- Ability to complete Electrical Hazard Awareness Program and OSHA training
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
- Required: valid driver’s license
- Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
- Preferred: pole test and treat experience or other related work
- Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
- Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®
Additional Information
What We Offer:
- Progressive advancement in job classification and wage
- Benefits through union agreement including health insurance and pension
- Opportunity to travel
- Opportunity for overtime work
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
- Employee referral bonus program
- Scholarship program for children of employees
- Charitable matching gift program
*All listed benefits available to eligible employees
Company Overview
Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.
Davey Tree Surgery, a Davey Company, is currently looking to add a dynamic pole technician to our passionate team of electrical facility maintenance crews. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at SurgeryJobs@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
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Search Agriculture Jobs in CaliforniaAgriculture 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.