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- What is the H-2A program?
- The federal H-2A program allows
agricultural employers who anticipate a labor shortage to apply for
permission to hire foreign workers temporarily. Employers must prove that
there are not enough domestic workers available and that the wages and
working conditions of U.S. workers won't be harmed by importing foreign
workers.
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- Are these job openings available to
U.S. workers?
- Yes. Agricultural employers must give
preferential hiring status to U.S workers who are qualified, available,
able and willing to perform the job.
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- What type of jobs are these?
- The jobs are temporary and are usually for
pruning fruit trees, picking fruit, thinning apples or other pre- and
post- harvest activities.
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- Where are these jobs located?
- Most of the Washington jobs are located in
the Yakima, Grant, Douglas, Chelan, and Okanogan counties. There are some
jobs available in other counties, but not as many.
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- What is the duration of the jobs?
- The duration of the job varies by
employer. Please contact your local WorkSource office for information on
specific H-2A jobs.
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- Where do I apply for these jobs?
- Contact your local WorkSource office to
get information on H-2A jobs.
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- How much will I be paid if I am
hired?
- For the H-2A program the employer must
offer the highest of the adverse effect wage rate (AEWR), state minimum
wage, federal minimum wage or the prevailing wage rate. If the employer pays by piece rate, the rate must
equal what is commonly paid in the area of employment.
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- Are there any other benefits of the
job?
- Workers who are hired may be eligible for
transportation assistance if they traveled beyond the commuting area.
Housing may also be provided to those who are unable to travel back to
their permanent address. Contact your local WorkSource office for
information on these and other benefits.
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- What if I am not hired?
- Employers must hire workers who are
qualified, available, able and willing to perform the job. If you met
these requirements, but were not hired, please contact your local
WorkSource office.
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