Entry Level Farm Fencing Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Fence Laborer
Job Description

As a Fence Laborer, you will be working in the field installing various types of agricultural fencing, which includes fence posts, wires, gates, steel fencing, composite fencing, and wood fencing. Your role involves assisting the foreman with tasks such as digging post holes, unloading tools and equipment, lifting fence gates, pouring concrete, and ensuring the construction site is clean.

Responsibilities

• Assist the foreman with fence installation tasks.
• Dig post holes and unload tools and equipment.
• Lift and install fence gates and pour concrete.
• Clean up the construction site.
• Continually lift, stretch, and load equipment.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of construction experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools.
• Experience in fence installation, concrete construction, landscaping, skid loader operation, and farming.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Entry-level carpentry skills are a plus.
• Previous experience with fence installation is a plus.

Why Work Here?

This is a family-owned business with a strong reputation for quality and a 'work hard, play hard' mentality. You will enjoy crew BBQs, team gatherings, and an effort to finish early on Fridays. The company values its employees and invests in specialty equipment to reduce labor.

Work Environment

Projects range from installing 50 to 600 feet of fence, requiring work outdoors in various weather conditions. You will be part of a small team, working alongside three crew members and the owner. The company provides specialty equipment like augers, gas-powered post drivers, and skid loaders to ease the workload. Dress code includes jeans, a T-shirt (no sleeveless), and construction boots, with company-provided logoed T-shirt and sweatshirt. Typical hours are 7 am - 5 pm, Monday to Thursday, with rare Friday work. The work is seasonal, ending when the ground freezes, usually around Christmas. Majority of projects are within a 60-mile radius of Cambridge, and you'll report to the shop each morning to travel to job sites in a company vehicle. PPE including a hard hat and safety glasses are provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cambridge, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

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 Cambridge,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

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.

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.