Hermiston, OR · On-site
$22/hr
Provide support for corn detasseling activities. * Support seed production activities such as field scouting, data collection, and roguing fields. * Coordinate closely with the Agronomy Supervisor ...
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Hermiston, OR · On-site
$22/hr
Provide support for corn detasseling activities. * Support seed production activities such as field scouting, data collection, and roguing fields. * Coordinate closely with the Agronomy Supervisor ...
Hastings, MN · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Hastings, MN · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Hastings, MN · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Hastings, MN · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
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Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Hastings, MN · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Hastings, MN · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling crews, and detasseling machine operators to ensure the maintenance of maximum yield ... of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
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Marshalltown, IA · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
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Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
$17 - $23.75/hr
... corn research program. Through our combined expertise, we continue to push the boundaries of ... Operate heavy equipment such as tractors, detasseling machines, lawnmowers, forklifts, tractor ...
$17 - $23.75/hr
... corn research program. Through our combined expertise, we continue to push the boundaries of ... Operate heavy equipment such as tractors, detasseling machines, lawnmowers, forklifts, tractor ...
Kankakee, IL · On-site
$17 - $23.75/hr
... corn research program. Through our combined expertise, we continue to push the boundaries of ... Operate heavy equipment such as tractors, detasseling machines, lawnmowers, forklifts, tractor ...
Kankakee, IL · On-site
$17 - $23.75/hr
... corn research program. Through our combined expertise, we continue to push the boundaries of ... Operate heavy equipment such as tractors, detasseling machines, lawnmowers, forklifts, tractor ...
$20 - $30/hr
Join us and be part of a winning team that's the #1 Independent Seed Brand in the Central Corn Belt ... detasseling, harvesting, conditioning, packaging, warehousing, and seed quality testing. * Work ...
$20 - $30/hr
Join us and be part of a winning team that's the #1 Independent Seed Brand in the Central Corn Belt ... detasseling, harvesting, conditioning, packaging, warehousing, and seed quality testing. * Work ...
Atkinson, IL · On-site
$20 - $30/hr
Join us and be part of a winning team that's the #1 Independent Seed Brand in the Central Corn Belt ... detasseling, harvesting, conditioning, packaging, warehousing, and seed quality testing. * Work ...
Atkinson, IL · On-site
$20 - $30/hr
Join us and be part of a winning team that's the #1 Independent Seed Brand in the Central Corn Belt ... detasseling, harvesting, conditioning, packaging, warehousing, and seed quality testing. * Work ...
$8.65 - $10.58
5% of jobs
$10.58 - $12.50
12% of jobs
$13.40 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$12.50 - $14.42
16% of jobs
The median wage is $16.03 / hr.
$14.42 - $16.35
20% of jobs
$18.02 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$16.35 - $18.27
25% of jobs
$18.27 - $20.19
8% of jobs
$20.19 - $22.12
2% of jobs
$22.12 - $24.04
3% of jobs
$24.04 - $25.96
4% of jobs
$25.96 - $27.88
2% of jobs
$27.88 - $29.81
2% of jobs
$8
$17
$29
To thrive as a Corn Detasseling worker, you need physical stamina, attentiveness to detail, and the ability to work long hours outdoors, often in varying weather conditions. There are generally no formal certifications required, though some employers may provide on-the-job training or safety orientation sessions. Reliability, teamwork, and a willingness to learn are important soft skills for success in this role. These qualities ensure efficient and safe completion of detasseling tasks and help maintain high productivity within agricultural teams.
A typical day in corn detasseling starts early, often before sunrise, to take advantage of cooler temperatures and maximize daylight. You’ll work in teams, walking through cornfields to remove tassels from the tops of corn plants, which may involve bending, reaching, and working for several hours at a time. The job is physically demanding and requires frequent breaks, and workers must be prepared to handle outdoor conditions like sun, heat, humidity, or rain. Though it can be challenging, many find it rewarding due to the teamwork involved and the opportunity to develop a strong work ethic. Supervisors are usually present to provide guidance and ensure safety standards are met throughout the day.
Corn detasseling is the process of removing the tassels from the tops of corn plants to control pollination and improve seed quality. Workers walk through cornfields, pulling or cutting tassels by hand or using specialized tools. This seasonal job is common in the Midwest and is often done by students looking for summer work. It requires physical endurance, as workers spend long hours outdoors in various weather conditions.
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Cynet Systems Inc is a staffing and recruiting corporation nestled in Ashburn, VA, USA. Established in 2010, the company operates within the Information Technology and Services sector, specializing in providing effective workforce solutions to different business needs, including IT consulting, direct hire, and contract staffing services. Through the years, Cynet Systems has built an impressive portfolio, going beyond borders and expanding its operations internationally in Canada and India. Rooted in its core values of teamwork, leadership, and commitment, Cynet Systems helps businesses unlock their full potential by providing versatile and competent professionals that perfectly align with their needs. Fueled by their unwavering mission to deliver top-tier talent to businesses worldwide, Cynet Systems garnered various recognitions including SIA's fastest-growing staffing firms and Best Place to Work in Virginia for 2019.
It services
501 - 1,000 Employees
Sterling, VA, US
2010
