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Nursery Worker

Legacy Labor, Inc.
Allentown, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/19/2026 CLOSED ON 5/22/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursery Worker position at Legacy Labor, Inc.?

19 Full Time Seasonal H-2A Jobs available 03/07/2026 - 11/20/2026

Crops: Annuals, vegetables, herbs, mums

Duties

Workers will assist in all aspects of greenhouse plant production, from planting to shipping. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Planting & Propagation: Sowing seeds, transplanting seedlings, and propagating cuttings. Preparing growing trays, soil, and planting media. Labeling plants and organizing crops according to production schedules.
  • Crop Maintenance: Watering plants according to scheduled needs. Fertilizing, pruning, staking, and deadheading plants. Monitoring plant growth and adjusting environmental conditions as needed. Identifying and reporting plant health issues.
  • Greenhouse Cleaning & Preparation: Removing plant debris and maintaining clean work areas. Sanitizing trays, pots, and equipment to prevent disease spread. Preparing greenhouse growing areas for new crop cycles.
  • Pest & Disease Management: Assisting with plant health monitoring. Reporting pests or disease outbreaks to supervisors. Assisting in non-chemical pest control measures as necessary.
  • Packing & Shipping: Selecting, sorting, and packing plants for shipment. Labeling and preparing orders for transportation. Loading packed plants onto delivery trucks.
  • Facility & Equipment Maintenance: Performing basic facility maintenance and cleanup as needed. Maintaining irrigation and misting systems. Keeping work areas organized and clear of hazards
  • Ag Equipment Operator.

Requirements

  • 2 month experience in duties listed
  • Drug Screen
  • Lifting requirement 75lbs.
  • Exposure to extreme temperatures
  • Extensive pushing or pulling, sitting or walking
  • Frequent stooping or bending over
  • Repetitive movements

The full terms and conditions of the job (form ETA790a) should be reviewed and provided to qualified applicants from this website: seasonaljobs.dol.gov

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