Agriculture H-2A Sponsorship Jobs in New York
H-2A visa agriculture jobs in New York span apple orchards in the Hudson Valley, dairy operations in the Finger Lakes, and vegetable farms on Long Island. Employers like Knapp Orchards, Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards, and large dairy cooperatives file H-2A petitions seasonally. New York's short growing season drives concentrated demand for sponsored agricultural workers each spring and fall.
Find Agriculture JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 12+ Agriculture H-2A Sponsorship Jobs in New York


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?
See all Agriculture H-2A Sponsorship Jobs in New York
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Agriculture H-2A Sponsorship Jobs in New York.
Get Access To All Jobs
Landscape Technician
Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Rochester, NY
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 224490
Compensation Data
- Salary: $20 - $26 hourly (Depending on experience & certifications)
Position Overview
Plans and executes landscaping operations and maintains grounds and landscape of private, governmental or business residences by performing the following duties.
Job Duties
What You’ll Do:
- Cultivate your green career with us!
- Enhance the appearance and value of properties through execution of daily grounds and turf maintenance.
- Properly plant, trim, mow, weed, mulch, fertilize and so much more.
- Learn to diagnose insect, disease, and cultural/environmental turf and shrub conditions.
- Maintain open communication with management and clients to provide feedback on landscape needs.
- Drive, use, maintain and properly operate landscape equipment.
Qualifications
What We’re Seeking:
- Love of the outdoors
- Required: Valid driver's license
- Ability to complete the Davey landscape career development books
- Ability to complete the Davey first aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
Additional Information
What We Offer:
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- 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
- 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 exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.
We are currently looking to add a dynamic Landscape Technician to our passionate team of landscape professionals. 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 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 Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: None
Agriculture Job Roles in New York
See all Agriculture Jobs in New York
Sign up for free to filter by visa type, set job alerts, and find employers with verified sponsorship history.
Search Agriculture Jobs in New YorkAgriculture Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
Which agriculture companies sponsor H-2A visas in New York?
Apple orchards in Wayne and Ulster counties, dairy farms in the Finger Lakes and St. Lawrence Valley, and vegetable operations on Long Island's East End are among the most consistent H-2A filers in New York. Larger operations such as Knapp Orchards and Beak & Skiff have established H-2A programs, while many mid-size farms work through agricultural associations and labor contractors to manage their petitions.
Which cities in New York have the most agriculture H-2A sponsorship jobs?
H-2A sponsorship activity in New York concentrates in Wayne County near Newark for apple and cherry harvesting, Orange County for dairy and field crops, Suffolk County on Long Island for vegetable and wine-grape operations, and the Finger Lakes region around Seneca Falls and Penn Yan. These areas combine large farm acreage with seasonal labor demand that consistently exceeds local worker availability, making H-2A petitions a regular part of operations.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for H-2A sponsorship?
In New York, H-2A roles most commonly include seasonal crop harvesters, apple and cherry pickers, greenhouse workers, dairy farm hands, irrigation technicians, and field equipment operators. The work must be temporary or seasonal in nature, tied to a specific growing or harvest cycle. Year-round dairy positions may face additional scrutiny, since H-2A is designed for roles with a defined seasonal peak rather than continuous employment.
How do I find agriculture H-2A sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate lists verified H-2A agriculture job openings in New York, with employer filing history drawn from DOL Labor Condition Application data so you can see which farms and cooperatives have active sponsorship programs. Filter by state and visa type to surface New York-specific postings across apple orchards, dairy operations, and vegetable farms. Checking employer petition history helps you prioritize roles at farms with a documented record of completing the H-2A process.
Are there any state-specific considerations for H-2A agriculture jobs in New York?
New York has some of the strongest farmworker labor protections in the country, including the Farm Laborers Fair Labor Practices Act, which extended collective bargaining rights and overtime protections to agricultural workers. H-2A employers in New York must comply with these state requirements in addition to federal H-2A obligations. New York's compressed growing season, typically May through October, also means petition timelines are tightly clustered, so employers generally file with USCIS well in advance of planting and harvest dates.