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Massachusetts agriculture employers spanning Cape Cod cranberry bogs, Pioneer Valley farms, and North Shore nurseries regularly petition for H-2B visa workers to fill seasonal positions. Operations like Hyannis-area berry growers and Hadley vegetable farms have established H-2B filing histories with the Department of Labor. Roles run from crop harvesting and greenhouse production to landscaping and sod farming across the state.
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Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations: Worcester, MA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 226807
Position Overview
Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Foreman | Foreperson.
Job Duties
- Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers
- Services provided include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects
- Directs crew members and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks
- Responsible to supervise and assist in the proper maintenance, preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts
- Operates as part of a crew with supporting Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber
- Ability to perform all above mentioned functions
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license preferred but not required
Certificates and Licenses if necessary
Pesticide license, if required by state law
Herbicide license a plus
Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines
ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain
Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience preferred
Additional Information
What We Offer:
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Prevailing wage available, with a base wage starting at $31/hr (based on experience)
- Opportunities for advancement
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
- Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
- Group Health Plan
- Employee referral bonus program
- Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
- Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
- Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
-
Charitable matching gift program
-
all listed benefits available to eligible employees
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World.
If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
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 exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.
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.
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.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
Foreman
Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations: Worcester, MA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 226807
Position Overview
Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Foreman | Foreperson.
Job Duties
- Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers
- Services provided include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects
- Directs crew members and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks
- Responsible to supervise and assist in the proper maintenance, preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts
- Operates as part of a crew with supporting Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber
- Ability to perform all above mentioned functions
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license preferred but not required
Certificates and Licenses if necessary
Pesticide license, if required by state law
Herbicide license a plus
Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines
ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain
Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience preferred
Additional Information
What We Offer:
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Prevailing wage available, with a base wage starting at $31/hr (based on experience)
- Opportunities for advancement
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
- Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
- Group Health Plan
- Employee referral bonus program
- Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
- Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
- Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
-
Charitable matching gift program
-
all listed benefits available to eligible employees
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World.
If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
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 exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.
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.
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.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
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Which agriculture companies sponsor H-2B visas in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts H-2B agriculture sponsors tend to be concentrated among cranberry operations on Cape Cod and the South Shore, vegetable farms in the Pioneer Valley near Hadley and Deerfield, and nursery and greenhouse businesses on the North Shore. Sod farms and turf operations in central and eastern Massachusetts also appear regularly in DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data. Sponsoring employers range from family-owned farms to mid-size agricultural operations with consistent seasonal labor needs.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most agriculture H-2B sponsorship jobs?
The Pioneer Valley corridor, covering Hadley, Deerfield, Sunderland, and Northampton in Hampshire and Franklin counties, consistently shows the highest concentration of agriculture H-2B filings in Massachusetts. Cape Cod towns including Carver, Wareham, and Middleborough are active hubs for cranberry and berry operations. Ipswich, Newbury, and Rowley on the North Shore generate nursery and greenhouse filings, while Millis and Medway in Norfolk County see turf and sod farm activity.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship?
H-2B covers temporary nonagricultural work, so qualifying agriculture-adjacent roles in Massachusetts typically include nursery workers, greenhouse laborers, sod farm hands, landscaping crew members, and turf maintenance workers. Crop harvesting roles on vegetable farms can qualify when the work is classified as non-H-2A visa labor. Employers must demonstrate to DOL that the position is seasonal or peak-load in nature, that no sufficient U.S. workers are available, and that the need is genuinely temporary, not permanent.
How do I find agriculture H-2B sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate aggregates H-2B agriculture job listings filtered by verified employer filing history, so you can search specifically for Massachusetts agriculture operations that have petitioned DOL for H-2B workers. Filter by the Agriculture and Farming category and the Massachusetts location to surface active and recent postings from cranberry, vegetable, nursery, and turf employers across the state. Checking employer filing history through Migrate Mate helps confirm a company has a track record of completing the H-2B sponsorship process.
Are there state-specific considerations for H-2B agriculture sponsorship in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts enforces its own Wage Act alongside federal DOL prevailing wage requirements, so H-2B workers in the state are protected by both frameworks. Employers in the cranberry and vegetable sectors often file petitions tied to very specific seasonal windows, meaning job start dates and durations are closely tied to harvest calendars. Workers should also be aware that Massachusetts agriculture positions can include both H-2A and H-2B classifications depending on the crop and employer, and the two visa categories carry different eligibility rules and protections.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B agriculture jobs in Massachusetts?
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.