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Barn Hand Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

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MFF Nursery

Elkton, MN · On-site

Position requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to ... For positions that require travel to another barn location(s), a valid driver's license and ...

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MFF Nursery

Elkton, MN

Position requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to ... For positions that require travel to another barn location(s), a valid driver's license and ...

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Pig Production Tech

Pillager, MN · On-site

$16.75 - $21/hr

Position requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to ... For positions that require travel to another barn location(s), a valid driver's license and ...

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Pig Production Tech

Goodhue, MN · On-site

$18 - $22.25/hr

Position requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to ... For positions that require travel to another barn location(s), a valid driver's license and ...

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Pig Production Tech

Goodhue, MN · On-site

$18 - $22.25/hr

Position requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to ... For positions that require travel to another barn location(s), a valid driver's license and ...

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Pig Production Tech

Bricelyn, MN · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Position requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to ... For positions that require travel to another barn location(s), a valid driver's license and ...

Layton Construction LLC

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Carpenter

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Proficient in using electrical and hand tools as well as measurement tools * Able to read and ... Part of this job also is installing reclaimed beams and barn boards, structural and non-structural.

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Service Technician- Temporary

Willmar, MN · On-site

Troubleshoot and repair hog and poultry barn equipment malfunctions. * Adjust and replace defective ... Must provide own hand and power tools necessary to complete jobs within the first 9 months. A ...

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Service Technician- Temporary

Willmar, MN · On-site

$18.82 - $23.52/hr

Troubleshoot and repair hog and poultry barn equipment malfunctions. * Adjust and replace defective ... Must provide own hand and power tools necessary to complete jobs within the first 9 months. A ...

Willmar Poultry

Farms Supervisor

Willmar, MN · On-site

$32.83 - $41.04/hr

... being, barn conditions and bio-security while ensuring the compliance of company policies and ... Mechanical, use of hand tools * Leadership and teambuilding Abilities: * Able to be self-sufficient ...

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How much do barn hand jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for barn hand in Minnesota is $18.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.61 and $19.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges a Barn Hand might face during daily operations?

Barn Hands often encounter challenges such as managing unpredictable animal behavior, adapting to varying weather conditions, and handling physically demanding tasks like cleaning stalls or moving feed. Working early mornings, weekends, and holidays is common to ensure animals receive continuous care. Effective communication with other staff members is essential for coordinating tasks and maintaining animal welfare. Those who are adaptable and proactive tend to thrive in this environment.

What is the difference between Barn Hand vs Stable Hand?

AspectBarn HandStable Hand
CertificationsNone typically requiredNone typically required
Work EnvironmentBarns, stables, outdoor areasStables, riding arenas, outdoor paddocks
Job DutiesCleaning stalls, feeding, basic maintenanceFeeding, grooming, caring for horses
Industry UsageCommon in farms, ranches, equestrian centersCommon in stables, riding schools, equestrian facilities

Both roles involve caring for horses and maintaining stables, but a Barn Hand typically performs more general farm chores and maintenance, while a Stable Hand focuses more on direct horse care and grooming. The roles often overlap, but the Stable Hand may require more hands-on horse handling skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Barn Hand, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Barn Hand, you need a strong understanding of animal care, physical stamina, and basic maintenance skills, with experience around horses or livestock often preferred. Familiarity with tools like pitchforks, grooming kits, and sometimes small machinery is important, though formal certifications are rarely required. Dependability, attention to detail, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure the well-being of animals, the smooth operation of the barn, and the safety of both staff and animals.

What are barn hands?

Barn hands are workers responsible for the daily care and maintenance of animals and facilities on a farm or ranch, particularly in barns. Their duties typically include feeding and watering animals, cleaning stalls, grooming livestock, and assisting with basic animal health care. Barn hands may also help with repairs, equipment maintenance, and other general farm tasks. This role is essential for ensuring the well-being of animals and the smooth operation of agricultural activities.
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Infographic showing various Barn Hand job openings in Minnesota as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Locum Tenens, 69% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 2% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,169 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Pig Production Technician

Preferred Capital Management

Staples, MN

$16 - $20/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Essential Functions

  • Ensure the highest standards of the humane treatment of animals.
  • Follow the farm's bio-security protocols at all times.
  • Monitor and assist with feeding systems and ensure animals are fed and watered according to respective protocols
  • Maintain and monitor overall animal health, care and treatment of animals.
  • Perform routine and seasonal vaccinations and injections as directed.
  • Perform general facility cleaning, maintenance, and hygiene.
  • Power wash following the farm's cleaning and disinfection processes, including to pre-check, performing the appropriate preparation, abiding by the safety protocols and ensuring the equipment is in effective and efficient working order.
  • Assist with the recording and maintaining of accurate production records and documentation.
  • Follow all safety policies and procedures; and communicate any potential hazards and near misses to the Department Lead or Manager.
  • Perform heat checking and the breeding/insemination processes
  • Monitor, test and care for pregnant sows
  • Assist with weaning of piglets and movement of animals between barns and departments.
  • Prepare the farrow rooms, assist in the proper farrowing of sows and day one pig care.
  • Assist in the fostering of piglets.
  • Process and castrate piglets.
  • Adjust and hang heat lamps as required, check on heat mats.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee has constant exposure to dust, animal dander and odor. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employees stand and walk on concrete for most of their shift. Seasonally, the employee is exposed to a variety of extreme conditions within the barn that include heat and humidity.


Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to move throughout the farm; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, balance, climb, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) weight of up to 50 pounds. Position requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Frequently required, for extended periods of time, to stand, walk, stoop, reach with hands and arms, kneel, bend at the waist, climb, perform repetitive motions, and communicate.


Qualifications and Skills

Competencies

  • Respect and care for animals.
  • Ability to work effectively on a team.
  • Demonstrates initiative and time-management skills.
  • Safety oriented.

Basic Qualifications

  • Ability to do basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Regular and consistent attendance.
  • For positions that require travel to another barn location(s), a valid driver's license and insurable driving record is required.
  • Ability to drive a skid steer.

We describe our culture as:

  • Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
  • Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
  • Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
  • Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

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