H-2A job glossary: English terms you will find

H-2A jobs come in English and use technical terms of the program, such as job order, case number, basic rate and three-fourths guarantee. Understanding each one avoids mistakes when comparing jobs and replying to the employer.

Quick answer: use this glossary as a reference. The terms are grouped by subject: job identification, pay, benefits and visa steps.

Job identification

• Job order: the official document of the job, with conditions, pay and dates.
• Case number: identifier of the job order. Use it to confirm the job on the official portal.
• Certification: Department of Labor approval for the employer to hire foreign workers.
• Employer: the company or farm that hires.
• Worksite: where the work will be done.
• Number of workers / positions: how many workers the employer requested.
• Job duties: what you will do.
• Minimum requirements: experience or skills required.
• Start date / End date: the contract period.
• Full-time: full-time schedule.

Pay

• the pay stated in the job.