A Farm Hand will be responsible for supporting daily farm operations to ensure the efficient and sustainable production of crops and livestock. This role involves working closely with the farm team to maintain high standards of agricultural practices and contribute to the overall success of the farm.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with grass hay operations and pasture irrigation.
• Watering, mowing, raking, bailing and stacking hay.
• Tend to farm animals including cattle, horses, bees, chickens.
• Build and maintain fencing.
• Operate and run large equipment including skid steers, tractors and other farm implements.
• Assist in repairing and maintaining farm equipment, buildings, accessory items and tools.
• Apply fertilizer, seed, weed-treatments as needed.
• Mow, blow, clean, trim property lines and fences.
• Snow removal.
• Painting.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is often required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This is primarily an outside job and the employee will be working in very hot and very cold conditions.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

BENEFITS
Paid Time Off Accrual for full time employees
Sick leave provided by the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act
Medical Coverage: 60% of employee premium coverage paid
Voluntary Dental and Vision Plans
Company-paid Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage Available

Required Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:
- Previous experience working on a farm or in a similar agricultural setting
- Familiarity with farm equipment and machinery maintenance

Required Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting and carrying heavy objects
- Knowledge of basic animal husbandry and crop management practices
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
- Effective communication skills for interacting with team members and supervisors
- Ability to follow instructions and adhere to safety protocols
- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions