Tractor Operator Job in Yakima, Washington

MaViAl Sp. z o.o. is recruiting a Tractor Operator for full-time seasonal agricultural-equipment, orchard and field work in Yakima, Washington. The vacancy is open. An English CV is mandatory for review.

EmployerMaViAl Sp. z o.o.
Gross base wage$17.13 per hour
LocationYakima, WA 98902
Work typeFull-time seasonal
Application rule: candidates without an English CV are not reviewed. Selected candidates receive the confirmed U.S. agricultural employer, farm, reporting point, tractor and implement assignment, housing, schedule and transport instructions before travel.
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Pay and schedule

$17.13gross per hour
  • Full-time seasonal work, approximately 35 hours per week.
  • Typical schedule: 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
  • The underlying seasonal assignment runs from June 1 through October 9, 2026.
  • Actual hours may change according to weather, crop conditions, chemical-application windows and equipment needs.
Fixed gross base rate: USD 17.13 per hour. Overtime treatment, bonuses, meals, housing support and travel compensation apply only when confirmed in the written job order.

Work location

Yakima agricultural project area, Yakima, Washington 98902, United States.

Selected candidates receive the confirmed farm, reporting point, tractor model, implement list, chemical responsibilities, housing location, daily transport and onboarding instructions before travel.

Main responsibilities

Tractor and implement operation

  • Operate tractors and approved orchard or field equipment.
  • Attach and adjust discs, mowers, sprayers, tanks, fertilizer spreaders, planters and trailers.
  • Maintain controlled speed, turning clearance, row alignment and safe separation from workers.

Inspection and equipment care

  • Check fluids, tires, brakes, steering, lights, guards, ROPS, seat belts, PTO shields and hydraulics.
  • Fuel, clean and lubricate tractors and implements as assigned.
  • Complete inspection records and report leaks, defects, unusual heat, sound or vibration.

Crop and chemical support

  • Support planting, mowing, fertilizing, spraying, irrigation and farm maintenance.
  • Mix, load or apply crop-protection products only after training and authorization.
  • Follow labels, PPE rules, application restrictions and recordkeeping requirements.

Candidate requirements

  • English CV with exact employment dates and current contact details.
  • At least two months of verified tree-fruit or comparable agricultural-equipment experience.
  • Practical English for safety instructions, equipment alerts, labels and inspection records.
  • Ability to operate tractors responsibly on uneven or difficult agricultural terrain.
  • Readiness for outdoor work, dust, heat, rain, noise, vibration and changing schedules.

Experience that strengthens an application

  • Orchard tractors, row-crop tractors, utility tractors, loaders or comparable equipment.
  • Discs, mowers, planters, spreaders, tanks, trailers, sprayers and irrigation equipment.
  • GPS guidance, auto-steer, row alignment, application-rate control and field maps.
  • Daily inspections, fueling, lubrication, minor adjustments and equipment logs.
  • Verifiable references and a safe equipment-operation record.

Pre-start and shutdown controls

Before starting

  • Complete a walk-around and check for leaks, damage and people near the machine.
  • Verify hitch pins, safety clips, hydraulic couplers, hoses, PTO guards and implement condition.
  • Check the operator manual, required PPE and assigned field or route.

During operation

  • Wear the seat belt when operating a tractor with active ROPS.
  • Use controlled speed and avoid unsafe slopes, ditches, holes, embankments and sharp turns.
  • Stop work if visibility, steering, brakes, guards or communication are inadequate.

Before leaving the seat

  • Park on stable ground and lower mounted or attached equipment.
  • Place controls in neutral, apply the parking brake and disengage the PTO.
  • Shut down the engine, remove the key and wait for movement to stop before servicing.

Tractor, PTO and chemical safety

  • ROPS and seat belts must be used as designed; safety structures, interlocks, alarms and guards must not be bypassed or modified.
  • PTO master shields and driveline guards must remain installed and in serviceable condition.
  • Never step over a rotating PTO shaft or approach moving belts, pulleys, chains, augers or implements.
  • Keep workers outside turning, reversing, hitching, implement and spray-exclusion zones.
  • Use three points of contact when mounting or dismounting and never jump from the tractor.
  • Do not use a handheld phone or other distracting device while operating equipment.
  • Use the approved hitch point and never attach a load above the manufacturer-approved drawbar location.
  • Pesticides, herbicides, fungicides and fertilizers may be handled only after training and in accordance with labels, PPE, storage and recordkeeping requirements.
  • Report spills, exposure symptoms, hydraulic injection injuries, rollover risks, failed brakes, damaged guards and near misses immediately.

Working conditions

Farm environment

  • Orchards, fields, access roads, irrigation areas, equipment yards and chemical-handling zones.
  • Heat, cold, rain, dust, noise, vibration, uneven terrain and limited visibility.
  • Multiple assignments may apply during the season.

Performance expectations

  • Safe operation, accurate rows, correct application and protected crops.
  • Complete inspections and early reporting of defects.
  • No shortcuts involving guards, seat belts, PTO, chemical labels or pedestrian zones.

Physical demands

  • Repeated cab entry and exit, sitting, turning, walking, lifting and equipment checks.
  • Manual handling within farm limits and assistance for heavy or awkward items.
  • Readiness for schedule changes and concentrated seasonal work.

Business trip from Poland to the United States

Polish recruiting and sending employer: MaViAl Sp. z o.o. The written business-trip order regulates the assignment and settlement between the employee and MaViAl, but it does not itself grant permission to perform productive work in the United States.

  • Work may begin only after the confirmed U.S. agricultural employer, H-2A authorization, entry procedure and farm onboarding are completed.
  • A B-1/B-2 visitor visa, ESTA or visa-free admission must not be treated as permission to perform ordinary agricultural or tractor work.
  • The qualified U.S. agricultural employer or authorized agent completes the temporary labor-certification and USCIS petition process and must follow the certified job order.
  • Where the Polish-U.S. social-security agreement assigns continued coverage to Poland, MaViAl requests the applicable ZUS certificate, including PL/USA 1 where appropriate.
  • PL/USA 1 confirms the applicable social-security legislation. It is not a visa, H-2A petition, tractor authorization, driver's license or U.S. work permit.
  • The written assignment must confirm the U.S. employer, farm, tractor, implements, chemical duties, dates, wage, hours, immigration basis, travel, housing, daily transport, meals or kitchen access, insurance, PPE, tools, taxes, deductions and return arrangements before departure.
  • Travel allowances and reimbursable expenses are determined by the employment documents, MaViAl rules and Polish business-travel regulations in force on the travel date.

H-2A protections when an approved job order applies

  • The U.S. employer must pay the required wage and comply with the material conditions in the certified job order.
  • The applicable three-fourths work guarantee must be observed.
  • Compliant housing must be provided without rent or deposit where required by H-2A rules.
  • The employer must provide three meals per day at the permitted cost or free and convenient cooking facilities.
  • Required tools, supplies, PPE and equipment must be provided without prohibited charges.
  • Daily transportation from employer-provided housing to the worksite must be provided without charge.
  • Applicable inbound and return transportation and subsistence obligations must be followed.
  • Workers must not be charged prohibited recruitment or employment fees and must receive the required written job-order disclosure.

What to include in the CV

  • Exact employers, farms, crops, countries, locations and employment dates.
  • Tractor manufacturer, model, approximate horsepower and operating hours.
  • Implements, trailers, sprayers, tanks, planters, mowers, spreaders and irrigation equipment used.
  • Inspection, fueling, lubrication, minor repair, chemical and recordkeeping duties.
  • Driver's licenses, pesticide or machinery training only when current and verifiable.
  • English level and earliest realistic availability for documentation and travel.

Application process

  1. Complete or upload an English CV using the official MaViAl form.
  2. MaViAl verifies tractor experience, implements, inspections, chemical duties, safety history, English and availability.
  3. Selected candidates receive the confirmed U.S. agricultural employer, farm, equipment, job order, wage, schedule, housing and written conditions.
  4. The required H-2A, travel and entry procedures are completed before departure.
  5. Farm induction, tractor, ROPS, seat-belt, PTO, hitching, chemical, traffic, shutdown and task-specific training are completed before independent work.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hourly wage for this Tractor Operator vacancy?

The fixed gross base wage is USD 17.13 per hour. Overtime treatment, bonuses, meals, housing support, travel compensation and other additions apply only when confirmed in the written job order.

Where is the job located?

The primary project area is Yakima, Washington 98902. Selected candidates receive the confirmed U.S. agricultural employer, farm, reporting point, equipment assignment, housing and transport details before travel.

How many hours are offered?

The normal seasonal schedule is approximately 35 hours per week, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hours may change because of weather, crop conditions and agricultural operations.

What equipment may be operated?

The assignment may include tractors, discs, mowers, sprayers, tanks, fertilizer spreaders, planters, trailers, irrigation equipment, four-wheelers and other approved agricultural equipment after training and authorization.

How much experience is required?

At least two months of verified tree-fruit or comparable agricultural-equipment experience is required. The CV should list machine types, implements, duties and exact dates.

Is a U.S. driver's license required?

Not automatically for every tractor assignment. Public-road driving or operation of certain vehicles may require the appropriate valid license, which must be confirmed in the written assignment.

What are the main tractor-safety rules?

Use the seat belt with an active ROPS, maintain PTO and machinery guards, keep people outside operating and backing zones, use controlled speed and complete the shutdown procedure before leaving the operator's seat.

Is H-2A guaranteed for this vacancy?

No. H-2A is not automatic or guaranteed. The confirmed U.S. agricultural employer or authorized agent must complete the labor-certification and USCIS petition procedures.

Does a Polish business-trip order allow tractor work in the United States?

No. It regulates the assignment between the employee and MaViAl but does not itself grant U.S. immigration status or employment authorization.

What is Form PL/USA 1?

PL/USA 1 confirms Polish social-security coverage when the Polish-U.S. agreement applies. It is not a visa, H-2A petition, tractor authorization, driver's license or U.S. work permit.