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Fruit Orchard Worker

A Fruit Orchard Worker (also searched as Fruit Picker / Orchard Harvest Worker) supports orchard production—picking fruit to quality standards, moving bins/totes, following food safety rules, and working safely on ladders where required. This page explains common expectations for USA seasonal orchards. CV is required for review.

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Sector: Agriculture (H-2A focus) Typical route: H-2A Work type: Seasonal Last updated: January 1, 2026

All pay shown is gross (brutto). Exact terms depend on employer, state, crop, and season timing.

Typical gross pay (brutto) — H-2A wage logic

For many orchard roles under H-2A, the hourly base is commonly anchored to the state AEWR minimum (or another higher applicable rate). Because AEWRs are state-based, pay differs by location.

Example state (AEWR)	Typical minimum hourly gross (USD)	Notes
Lower end examples	$14.83/hr	Common low-end AEWR examples include AR/LA/MS (state-dependent).
Mid-range examples	$16.16–$18.83/hr	Examples: NC $16.16; FL $16.23; NY $18.83.
Higher orchard states examples	$19.82–$20.08/hr	Examples: WA $19.82; OR $19.82; HI $20.08; CA $19.97.

Some orchards use piece rate (per bin/box). Where piece rate applies, employers still calculate protections using the required hourly wage rate and/or the worker’s average hourly piece earnings, depending on the rule and scenario.

What employers evaluate in the first week

Quality picking: low bruising, correct ripeness selection, careful handling
Safe movement: ladder discipline (when used), awareness around tractors/ATVs and moving bins
Consistency: steady pace without sacrificing quality or safety
Rules: food safety, hygiene, and site instructions followed without shortcuts
Attendance: reliable for early starts and weather-driven schedule changes

CV tip: list the crops you worked with (apples, cherries, berries, etc.), whether ladders were used, and your average daily output (if known).

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Typical tasks (site-dependent)

Requirements (detailed)

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Work conditions in the USA (typical for H-2A orchards)

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FAQ — Fruit Orchard Worker (USA)

Answers are general; the hiring employer confirms state rules, pay method (hourly/piece rate), and contract details.

Role basics (summary)

Pick fruit to quality standards and handle bins/totes carefully; ladder work may apply.
Follow food safety rules, hygiene routines, and orchard safety instructions.
Typical gross pay (brutto) under H-2A often follows state AEWR minimums and varies by state.
CV in English is required for review.

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