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Texas leads U.S. agricultural production with over 247,000 farms spanning cotton, cattle, and citrus operations. Major employers like Tyson Foods, Cargill, and JBS sponsor visas for roles in food processing, agricultural engineering, and farm management. Key agricultural hubs include the Rio Grande Valley for citrus, the Panhandle for cattle and grain, and East Texas for poultry processing.
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Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is a leading full-service agronomic solutions provider that's been in business since 1957. Our first location was in West Helena, Arkansas hence the name "Helena". We now have 450+ locations nationwide and over 6,000 employees. Our corporate office is located in Collierville, Tennessee, a suburb outside of Memphis. Year after year we rank at the top nationally for volume and sales in our industry. There are many facets to our company including product development, sales, operations, precision technology and manufacturing, just to name a few.
ABOUT THE JOB
Our Applicators are responsible for applying herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops as directed by their leader. This position also operates and performs maintenance to all applicator equipment.
WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE
- Correctly mixes pesticides, fertilizers and chemicals for application.
- Maintains accurate logs and reports on applicated acres.
- Performs maintenance and calibration on application equipment.
- Performs maintenance on other equipment.
- Wears proper safety protection gear.
- Participates in continuing education in order to maintain pesticide applicator license.
- Attends applicator equipment workshops.
- Drives a company vehicle.
- Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
- Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
- Regular and reliable attendance is required.
- Follows all company policies and procedures.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Class A CDL is required.
- Hazmat & Tanker endorsements are preferred.
- Experience in operating large equipment is required.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Mechanically inclined.
- Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) is preferred.
- Agricultural background.
- Basic knowledge of ag pesticides.
- Ability to read field maps and use tractor-mounted field computers.
- Professional competence to safety.
- Ability to pass a CDL physical examination.
- Ability to work without direct supervision.
- Ability to work nights, overtime and some weekend hours during busy season is required.
- Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.
- Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.
- Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle. Must be able to meet all company requirements to drive a Helena vehicle.
- Applicants for positions requiring operation of a moving vehicle or interaction with heavy equipment must meet the legal age requirement.
Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB
At Helena, safety is our highest priority. We seek out extensive safety measures and put them in place to minimize exposure to anything that could be potentially harmful to our employees.
The work environment for this position will be in an outdoor setting in all types of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements. When working outdoors and possibly around moving equipment/mechanical parts, you may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations and a risk of electrical shock.
This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, sit, stand (8 hours a day or more), lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more), reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs), climbing, gripping, grasping and twisting using hands and wrists, bending and stooping for long periods of time, working below knee levels for short periods of time and working above shoulder level for short periods.
BENEFITS AT HELENA
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance STARTS THE SAME DAY YOU DO!
- Earn up to $3,000 in Reward Dollars from Helena for your Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Access your earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay.
- Helena's robust 401(k) Savings Plan offers you a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day. As your years of service with Helena increase, so does our company-match - up to 10% based on your contribution amount.
- Three-year vesting on company-match with 1,000 hours of service.
- Up to 15 days paid time-off plus 9 paid holidays.
- Free Term Life Insurance at 1x your annual base pay - paid for by Helena at no cost to you.
- Free Short & Long-Term Disability.
- Up to four weeks of paid Parental Leave.
- Education Assistance.
- And much more!
For more detailed information about our benefits, visit helenacareers.com/benefits.
STAY CONNECTED TO THE HELENA POWERHOUSE! Follow us on social @HelenaCareers or visit us at helenacareers.com.
Helena supports individuals with disabilities, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Helena is an equal opportunity employer.
WHO WE ARE
Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is a leading full-service agronomic solutions provider that's been in business since 1957. Our first location was in West Helena, Arkansas hence the name "Helena". We now have 450+ locations nationwide and over 6,000 employees. Our corporate office is located in Collierville, Tennessee, a suburb outside of Memphis. Year after year we rank at the top nationally for volume and sales in our industry. There are many facets to our company including product development, sales, operations, precision technology and manufacturing, just to name a few.
ABOUT THE JOB
Our Applicators are responsible for applying herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops as directed by their leader. This position also operates and performs maintenance to all applicator equipment.
WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE
- Correctly mixes pesticides, fertilizers and chemicals for application.
- Maintains accurate logs and reports on applicated acres.
- Performs maintenance and calibration on application equipment.
- Performs maintenance on other equipment.
- Wears proper safety protection gear.
- Participates in continuing education in order to maintain pesticide applicator license.
- Attends applicator equipment workshops.
- Drives a company vehicle.
- Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
- Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
- Regular and reliable attendance is required.
- Follows all company policies and procedures.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Class A CDL is required.
- Hazmat & Tanker endorsements are preferred.
- Experience in operating large equipment is required.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Mechanically inclined.
- Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) is preferred.
- Agricultural background.
- Basic knowledge of ag pesticides.
- Ability to read field maps and use tractor-mounted field computers.
- Professional competence to safety.
- Ability to pass a CDL physical examination.
- Ability to work without direct supervision.
- Ability to work nights, overtime and some weekend hours during busy season is required.
- Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.
- Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.
- Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle. Must be able to meet all company requirements to drive a Helena vehicle.
- Applicants for positions requiring operation of a moving vehicle or interaction with heavy equipment must meet the legal age requirement.
Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB
At Helena, safety is our highest priority. We seek out extensive safety measures and put them in place to minimize exposure to anything that could be potentially harmful to our employees.
The work environment for this position will be in an outdoor setting in all types of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements. When working outdoors and possibly around moving equipment/mechanical parts, you may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations and a risk of electrical shock.
This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, sit, stand (8 hours a day or more), lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more), reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs), climbing, gripping, grasping and twisting using hands and wrists, bending and stooping for long periods of time, working below knee levels for short periods of time and working above shoulder level for short periods.
BENEFITS AT HELENA
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance STARTS THE SAME DAY YOU DO!
- Earn up to $3,000 in Reward Dollars from Helena for your Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Access your earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay.
- Helena's robust 401(k) Savings Plan offers you a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day. As your years of service with Helena increase, so does our company-match - up to 10% based on your contribution amount.
- Three-year vesting on company-match with 1,000 hours of service.
- Up to 15 days paid time-off plus 9 paid holidays.
- Free Term Life Insurance at 1x your annual base pay - paid for by Helena at no cost to you.
- Free Short & Long-Term Disability.
- Up to four weeks of paid Parental Leave.
- Education Assistance.
- And much more!
For more detailed information about our benefits, visit helenacareers.com/benefits.
STAY CONNECTED TO THE HELENA POWERHOUSE! Follow us on social @HelenaCareers or visit us at helenacareers.com.
Helena supports individuals with disabilities, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Helena is an equal opportunity employer.
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Which agriculture companies sponsor visas in Texas?
Major agriculture employers sponsoring visas in Texas include Tyson Foods for poultry processing positions, Cargill for grain operations and food manufacturing, JBS for beef processing roles, and Pilgrim's Pride for chicken processing. Smaller operations like King Ranch, South Tex Organics, and various cotton cooperatives also sponsor H-2A seasonal workers and H-1B professionals for agricultural engineering and management positions.
How to find agriculture visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate specializes in connecting international workers with Texas agriculture employers who sponsor visas. Focus your search on major agricultural regions: the Rio Grande Valley for citrus and vegetable operations, the Panhandle for cattle ranches and grain facilities, and East Texas for poultry processing plants. Target food processing companies, agricultural cooperatives, and large farming operations that regularly hire international talent.
Which visa types are most common for agriculture roles in Texas?
H-2A visas dominate seasonal agriculture work in Texas, particularly for cotton harvesting, citrus picking, and cattle ranch operations. H-1B visas are common for specialized roles like agricultural engineers, food scientists, and farm managers with technical degrees. TN visas work for Canadian and Mexican agricultural professionals, while O-1 visas apply to researchers at institutions like Texas A&M's agricultural programs.
Which cities in Texas have the most agriculture sponsorship jobs?
Amarillo leads agriculture visa sponsorship due to major beef processing facilities and grain operations. The Rio Grande Valley cities of McAllen, Harlingen, and Brownsville offer numerous opportunities in citrus farming and food processing. Lubbock provides cotton industry jobs, while East Texas cities like Tyler and Marshall focus on poultry processing and forestry operations requiring sponsored workers.
What are Texas-specific considerations for agriculture visa sponsorship?
Texas agricultural employers must navigate state prevailing wage requirements that vary significantly between regions, border counties often have lower wage standards than metropolitan areas. The state's proximity to Mexico creates strong TN visa opportunities for Mexican agricultural professionals. Texas A&M University's agricultural programs provide a pipeline of international graduates eligible for OPT and H-1B sponsorship with established agribusiness connections.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored agriculture jobs in Texas?
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.
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