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After School Hop Farm Jobs in Rochester, MN (NOW HIRING)

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Technical or trade school courses or degree completion * Experience in the automotive after-market ... Background and/or passion for automotive industry, heavy equipment, farm industry, diesel, marine ...

... farms, distribution facilities, and maintenance facilities. On occasion, deliveries will be ... Perform required before-, during- and after-operation "user maintenance" and provide required ...

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After School Hop Farm information

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How much do after school hop farm jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for after school hop farm in Rochester, MN is $19.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $22.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between After School Hop Farm vs After School Farm Assistant?

AspectAfter School Hop FarmAfter School Farm Assistant
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic farming knowledgeHigh school diploma; some experience with farm work preferred
Work EnvironmentOutdoor farm setting, during after school hoursOutdoor farm setting, assisting with daily tasks
Employer & IndustryFarm operators, agricultural industryFarm staff, agricultural industry

Both roles involve working outdoors on farms after school hours, focusing on farm tasks. The Hop Farm position may require more specialized knowledge or responsibilities, while the Farm Assistant role is often entry-level and supportive. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right fit based on experience and interest in agriculture.

Route (Deadstock) Driver

Darling Ingredients

Chatfield, MN • On-site

$30.42/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 hours ago

Posted today


Darling Ingredients rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

177th of 435 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

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Job Summary

The Route Driver will be responsible for picking up dead hogs, cattle and meat scraps from farm sites on a daily route and returning to the Chatfield MN Facility.

  • Work Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday. Wednesday is clean-up day or other task.
  • Flexible Start Time: 6:00am.
  • Work Hours Per Day: 10 - 11 hours.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

  • Must be able to handle outside elements year round
  • Collects and inspects products at time of pick up for any foreign material at customer location.
  • Required to maintain an Electronic DOT log.
  • Responsible and operates vehicle in accordance with Company, federal, state and local regulations.
  • Conducts pre and post trip vehicle inspections; observes company policy, procedures and safety rules.
  • Maintains excellent customer relations by providing quality, professional service at all times.
  • Responsible for completing all company required paperwork in accordance with company policies on a daily basis.
  • Attendance at all safety meetings required; may be asked to serve on Safety Committee.
  • All other duties as assigned by management

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must have a high school diploma or GED.
  • Must be 21 years of age.
  • Valid Class B driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Class A driver's license preferred.
  • Prior route experience within a customer oriented environment.
  • Ability to work well with internal staff and external customers.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.

Physical Demands

  • Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
  • Occasionally lifts up to 75 lbs.
  • Occasionally required to load deadstock and/or bins with assistance from a wench on their vehicle.
  • Regularly required reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out in a commercial motor vehicle, customer locations, and plant environment.

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster


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