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Harvest Assistant - 1st Shift $19-22/HR We are looking for a dedicated Harvest Assistant to join ... Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Woodhull, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay ...

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Field Representative

Bingen, WA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

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GIS Forester

Underwood, WA · On-site

$29.83 - $44.75/hr

Conduct field checks and work with contractors to support safe, timely operations and compliance with contracts, harvest plans, Forest Practices requirements, and SFI standards. * Build effective ...

GIS Forester

Underwood, WA · On-site

$29.83 - $44.75/hr

Conduct field checks and work with contractors to support safe, timely operations and compliance with contracts, harvest plans, Forest Practices requirements, and SFI standards. * Build effective ...

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How much do contract harvest jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract harvest in the United States is $86,089.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,500.00 and $106,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Harvest vs Farm Worker?

AspectContract Harvest
CredentialsTypically requires basic agricultural knowledge; may need specific crop handling certifications
Work EnvironmentOutdoor fields, seasonal work, physically demanding
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by agricultural companies for short-term labor needs
Search & Comparison IntentPeople compare for seasonal farm work options and contract-based employment

Contract Harvest refers to temporary, often seasonal, agricultural work arranged through contracts, focusing on specific harvest periods. Farm Worker is a broader term for individuals employed in various farm activities, including planting, tending, and harvesting crops. While both roles involve outdoor farm work, Contract Harvest is more specific to short-term harvest periods, whereas Farm Worker can encompass year-round farm duties.

Infographic showing various Contract Harvest job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,089 per year, or $41.4 per hour.

Harvest Assistant

Aerotek

Woodhull, IL

$19 - $22/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Harvest Assistant - 1st Shift $19-22/HR

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated Harvest Assistant to join our team on the 1st shift. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of our harvest by manually sorting corn and maintaining a clean work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manually sort corn to identify and discard rogue ears, stalks, husks, and trash.
  • Throw discarded items into chutes and ensure corn ears are reworked on the reclaim conveyor.
  • Sweep and clean the work area at the end of the shift.

Essential Skills

  • Experience in production and sorting.
  • Ability to manually sort in a cleanroom environment.
  • General labor and packaging skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Proficiency in discarding and sweeping.
  • Experience in general production and packing.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values hard work and dedication. Enjoy a stable work environment with opportunities to contribute to high-quality production processes. Enjoy a schedule that supports work-life balance with a mix of weekday and weekend shifts.

Work Environment

Work hours are 5:00 am to 1:30 pm, Monday through Friday, and 5:00 am to 5:30 pm on Saturdays. The role requires commitment to working six days a week, including both weekdays and weekends.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Woodhull, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Woodhull,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.


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About Aerotek

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We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our "people are everything" spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services and travel arrangement services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hanover, MD, US