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J&H Farm and Garage, LLC
Farm Hand/Laborer
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$31,885 / year median in Missouri
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview Join our dynamic agricultural team as a Farm Hand/Laborer and become a vital part of cultivating, caring for, and maintaining a thriving farm operation. This energetic role offers the opportunity to work outdoors in a variety of tasks that keep the farm running smoothly. You will be responsible for supporting daily farm activities, operating heavy machinery, caring for livestock, and performing maintenance to ensure optimal productivity. If you're passionate about farming, enjoy hands-on work, and thrive in an outdoor environment, this position is perfect for you! All roles are paid positions, emphasizing the importance of your contribution to our agricultural success. Responsibilities Operate and maintain farm machinery such as tractors, forklifts, and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently. Provide animal care and husbandry for livestock and poultry, ensuring their health, safety, and well-being through feeding, cleaning, and routine health checks. Perform equipment repairs using welding, hand tools, and basic mechanical knowledge to keep machinery in top condition. Support livestock handling activities including managing animal movement, pen maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards in animal production. Assist with clearing of the land, for future growth. Conduct general farm maintenance tasks such as fencing repairs, equipment lubrication, and facility cleaning to uphold safety standards. Skills Hands-on experience operating farm machinery including tractors, forklifts, and heavy equipment; certification is a plus. Mechanical aptitude with skills in equipment repair, welding, and routine maintenance of agricultural machinery. Knowledge of livestock management practices including animal handling, health monitoring, and husbandry techniques. Ability to perform manual handling tasks involving heavy lifting safely while maintaining high safety standards in production settings. Familiarity with irrigation systems, greenhouse operations, horticulture practices, and outdoor work environments. Strong organizational skills with basic math proficiency for inventory management and measurements; experience with maintenance operations (MRO) is advantageous. Excellent physical stamina for outdoor work across various weather conditions; experience with heavy lifting required. Understanding of safety protocols related to farm operations to ensure a secure working environment for yourself and team members. Experience working with hand tools and small equipment maintenance to support ongoing farm needs. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in agriculture while contributing directly to the success of our farm operation. We value energetic individuals who are eager to learn and dedicated to maintaining high standards in all aspects of farm work!