Agriculture H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in North Carolina
North Carolina's agriculture sector relies on H-2B visa sponsorship to fill seasonal positions across Christmas tree farms in the western mountains, sweet potato operations in the eastern coastal plain, and nursery and greenhouse operations in the Piedmont. Major employers filing H-2B Labor Condition Applications include farm labor contractors, produce packers, and ornamental horticulture operations centered near Asheboro, Lumberton, and Morganton.
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Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations: Wilson, NC
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 228794
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
- 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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Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations: Wilson, NC
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 228794
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
- 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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Search Agriculture Jobs in North CarolinaAgriculture H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
Which agriculture companies sponsor H-2B visas in North Carolina?
North Carolina's H-2B visa agriculture sponsors include Christmas tree growers in Avery and Mitchell counties, sweet potato packing houses in Johnston and Nash counties, and nursery operations in Randolph County. Farm labor contractors who supply workers to tobacco, berry, and vegetable operations also file H-2B petitions regularly. You can verify employer filing history through DOL's OFLC disclosure data, which lists certified job orders by employer name and county.
Which cities in North Carolina have the most agriculture H-2B sponsorship jobs?
H-2B agriculture jobs in North Carolina concentrate heavily in the eastern coastal plain around Wilson, Faison, and Dunn, where sweet potato and tobacco operations are dense. The western mountain counties near Newland and Spruce Pine generate significant Christmas tree harvest demand each fall. Nursery and greenhouse roles cluster around Asheboro and Candor in the Piedmont. Rural counties, not major metros, account for nearly all H-2B agricultural hiring in the state.
How do I find agriculture H-2B sponsorship jobs in North Carolina?
Migrate Mate lists verified H-2B agriculture positions in North Carolina, letting you filter by county, crop type, and employer filing history drawn from DOL disclosure records. Because H-2B petitions are filed months before the season begins, checking Migrate Mate early in the year gives you the clearest picture of which North Carolina farm operations are actively recruiting. OFLC Wage Search can also confirm the prevailing wage and start date an employer certified.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship in North Carolina?
North Carolina H-2B agriculture roles that appear most frequently in DOL filings include field crop workers, nursery laborers, Christmas tree harvesters, sweet potato graders and packers, tobacco primers, and irrigation equipment operators. These positions share a key H-2B requirement: the work must be temporary or seasonal, meaning the employer's need lasts no longer than ten months and recurs at predictable times each year. Permanent year-round farm management roles generally do not qualify.
Are there any state-specific considerations for H-2B agriculture sponsorship in North Carolina?
North Carolina's H-2B agriculture hiring is shaped by two overlapping seasons: a spring and summer cycle covering nursery, vegetable, and tobacco work, and a fall cycle driven by Christmas tree harvest in the Appalachian highlands. Employers must file separate H-2B petitions timed to each season's start date, and the statewide demand often exhausts the annual H-2B cap before late-season petitions are approved. Workers and employers should monitor cap status closely through USCIS when planning for fall positions.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B agriculture jobs in North Carolina?
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.