Agriculture H-2A Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee
Tennessee's agriculture sector relies on H-2A visa sponsorship to fill seasonal roles across the state's tobacco, vegetable, and nursery operations. Employers in Robertson County, the Cumberland Plateau, and West Tennessee river-bottom farmland file H-2A petitions each season. Companies like Volunteer Farms and regional labor contractors are active sponsors.
Find Agriculture JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 57+ Agriculture H-2A Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee
See all 57+ Agriculture H-2A Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Agriculture H-2A Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee.
Get Access To All JobsGroundperson
Company: Wolf Tree, Inc.
Locations: Maryville, TN
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 228952
Position Overview
Wolf Tree, a Davey Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Groundperson.
Job Duties
What You’ll Do:
- Provides support for the other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft
- Supplying tools for tree workers
- Controlling road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods
- Cutting, chipping and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license preferred and may be required, depending on job requirements
- 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
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
Company Overview
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.
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.
Wolf Tree, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of utility and residential tree care services and is based in Knoxville, Tennessee. 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%
Groundperson
Company: Wolf Tree, Inc.
Locations: Maryville, TN
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 228952
Position Overview
Wolf Tree, a Davey Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Groundperson.
Job Duties
What You’ll Do:
- Provides support for the other crew members by controlling lowering ropes, limbs and persons from aloft
- Supplying tools for tree workers
- Controlling road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices and other methods
- Cutting, chipping and loading brush and wood and proper job site cleanup
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license preferred and may be required, depending on job requirements
- 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
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
Company Overview
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.
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.
Wolf Tree, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of utility and residential tree care services and is based in Knoxville, Tennessee. 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%
H-2A Agriculture Job Roles in Tennessee
See all 57+ Agriculture H-2A Jobs in Tennessee
Sign up for free to filter by visa type, set job alerts, and find employers with verified sponsorship history.
Search Agriculture Jobs in TennesseeAgriculture H-2A Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
Which agriculture companies sponsor H-2A visas in Tennessee?
H-2A visa petitions in Tennessee are filed by a mix of direct farm employers and licensed farm labor contractors. Active sponsors include nursery and greenhouse operations in Robertson and Wilson counties, tobacco growers in the upper Cumberland region, and vegetable and berry farms across Middle and West Tennessee. Labor contractors often pool workers across multiple farm sites within a single petition.
Which cities in Tennessee have the most agriculture H-2A sponsorship jobs?
Robertson County, centered around Springfield, sees some of the highest H-2A activity in Tennessee due to its concentration of tobacco and nursery operations. Weakley and Gibson counties in West Tennessee generate significant demand for row-crop and vegetable workers. The counties surrounding the Cumberland Plateau, including White and Putnam, also see seasonal filings tied to tobacco and Christmas tree harvests.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for H-2A sponsorship?
H-2A sponsorship covers temporary or seasonal agricultural work that cannot be filled by the available domestic workforce. In Tennessee, qualifying roles commonly include tobacco field workers, nursery and greenhouse laborers, fruit and vegetable harvesters, irrigation technicians, and reforestation or Christmas tree workers. The role must be tied to a specific agricultural season with a defined start and end date to meet the temporary nature requirement.
How do I find agriculture H-2A sponsorship jobs in Tennessee?
Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings by visa type and state, so you can search specifically for H-2A agriculture roles in Tennessee without sorting through unsponsored postings. Listings on Migrate Mate reflect verified employer sponsorship history, which is particularly useful for seasonal roles where petition activity varies year to year. Searching by county or crop type helps narrow results to operations matching your experience.
Are there any state-specific considerations for H-2A workers in Tennessee agriculture?
Tennessee does not have a state-level agricultural worker statute that modifies federal H-2A protections, so federal DOL rules govern wage rates, housing, and transportation requirements throughout the state. Workers should note that Tennessee's tobacco harvest season typically runs from late summer into fall, while nursery operations may run on extended seasonal windows. Employers must provide free housing or a housing allowance, and the job order must be posted with Tennessee's state workforce agency before OFLC certification.