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Part-time barn help

Schwenksville, PA · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Part-time weekend help for private horse farm in Schwenksville-Limerick Pa area. Sat and Sun 8-11:30 am. Clean stalls, turnout, blanket changes, light grooming, general barn/farm duties. No riding.

JK Farms

Farm Manager

Glenns Ferry, ID · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Farm Manager Job Overview: Lead the Future of Farming! We are seeking a results-oriented Farm ... Help formulate pre-season plans for all activities and applications for each individual field.

Morning Glory Farm Inc

Farm Mechanic

Edgartown, MA · On-site

Farm Mechanic Dept: Maintenance Hours: 40 hr week, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. with some flexibility and ... He or she is expected to be cooperative and to respect all members of the team, being helpful ...

JK Farms

Farm Manager

Mountain Home, ID · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Farm Manager Job Overview: Lead the Future of Farming! We are seeking a results-oriented Farm ... Help formulate pre-season plans for all activities and applications for each individual field.

Farmers National Co

Farm Manager I

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

This role is ideal for an agricultural professional who enjoys building relationships, working directly with landowners and operators, and helping clients achieve the goals they have for their farms ...

Morning Glory Farm Inc

Farm Mechanic

Edgartown, MA · On-site

Farm Mechanic Dept: Maintenance Hours: 40 hr week, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. with some flexibility and ... He or she is expected to be cooperative and to respect all members of the team, being helpful ...

Morning Glory Farm Inc

Farm Mechanic

Edgartown, MA · On-site

Farm Mechanic Dept: Maintenance Hours: 40 hr week, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. with some flexibility and ... He or she is expected to be cooperative and to respect all members of the team, being helpful ...

JK Farms

Farm Manager

Glenns Ferry, ID · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Farm Manager Job Overview: Lead the Future of Farming! We are seeking a results-oriented Farm ... Help formulate pre-season plans for all activities and applications for each individual field.

JK Farms

Farm Manager

Glenns Ferry, ID · On-site

$80 - $110/hr

Farm Manager Job Overview Lead the Future of Farming! We are seeking a results-oriented Farm ... Help formulate pre-season plans for all activities and applications for each individual field.

JK Farms

Farm Manager

Mountain Home, ID · On-site

$80 - $110/hr

Farm Manager Job Overview Lead the Future of Farming! We are seeking a results-oriented Farm ... Help formulate pre-season plans for all activities and applications for each individual field.

Morning Glory Farm Inc

Farm Mechanic

Edgartown, MA · On-site

$18 - $35/hr

Farm Mechanic Dept: Maintenance Hours: 40 hr week, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. with some flexibility and ... He or she is expected to be cooperative and to respect all members of the team, being helpful ...

Aviagen Group

Farm Supervisor

Lewisburg, WV · On-site

Help ensure proper care of poultry, including recognizing and responding to signs of illness ... Communicate farm needs, emerging concerns, and recommended solutions to the Lay Farm Manager ...

Aviagen Group

Farm Supervisor

Lewisburg, WV · On-site

Help ensure proper care of poultry, including recognizing and responding to signs of illness ... Communicate farm needs, emerging concerns, and recommended solutions to the Lay Farm Manager ...

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How much do farm helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for farm helper in the United States is $14.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $9.62 and $15.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a farm helper?

Farm Helpers are workers who assist with various tasks on a farm, such as planting, harvesting, feeding animals, maintaining equipment, and cleaning barns or fields. They typically work under the supervision of farmers or farm managers and help ensure that daily agricultural operations run smoothly. Farm Helpers can work on crop farms, livestock farms, or mixed-use farms, and their duties may vary depending on the season and type of farm. This role is essential for supporting the productivity and upkeep of agricultural operations.

What does a farm helper do?

A farm helper, or farmhand, performs manual labor and provides support to other agricultural workers on a farm. You can also find employment on a ranch. As a farm helper, your duties vary depending on the needs of your employer. Most farm helpers have different responsibilities depending on the season. During planting season, you help prepare the soil for planting, and you help collect fully-grown crops during harvest season. If you work with livestock, you often handle feeding or cleaning tasks. Some farm helpers perform maintenance tasks around the property or process crops for shipment or storage.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a farm helper?

To thrive as a Farm Helper, you need basic agricultural knowledge, physical stamina, and a willingness to perform manual labor, often without formal education requirements. Familiarity with farm machinery, tools, and sometimes safety certifications or pesticide handling permits are typically utilized. Reliability, teamwork, and good communication are valuable soft skills for working efficiently and safely in a team environment. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure productivity, safety, and smooth farm operations.

What are typical daily tasks and challenges for a farm helper?

As a Farm Helper, your daily responsibilities often involve assisting with planting, watering, harvesting crops, feeding and caring for livestock, and maintaining farm equipment. You may also be responsible for cleaning animal enclosures, repairing fences, and helping with the packaging and transportation of produce. The work can be physically demanding, often requiring long hours outdoors in varying weather conditions. Adapting to seasonal changes and learning to operate different types of machinery are common challenges, but this hands-on experience offers valuable skills and opportunities for advancement in agricultural careers.

What is the difference between Farm Helper vs Farm Worker?

AspectFarm HelperFarm Worker
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; no formal certification neededHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require basic certifications
Work EnvironmentRural farms, outdoor fields, greenhousesRural farms, outdoor fields, greenhouses
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in small to medium farms for assisting with various tasksWidely used across farms for planting, harvesting, and general labor

Both Farm Helper and Farm Worker roles involve outdoor farm environments and similar basic skills. However, Farm Helper often refers to entry-level positions assisting with a variety of farm tasks, while Farm Worker may imply more direct involvement in specific farming activities. The terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but Farm Helper typically emphasizes assisting roles with minimal certifications required.

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Infographic showing various Farm Helper job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $30,428 per year, or $14.6 per hour.

Fall Harvest Farm Laborer - Seasonal

Albin Farm

Newman, IL • On-site

$19 - $24/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Description:

Fall Harvest Farm Laborer – Seasonal Albin Farms | Newman, IL


$19+/hour to start, based on experience. Seasonal, through the fall harvest window.


Albin Farms is a family-owned row-crop operation in Newman, Illinois. We've been farming this ground for generations, and we run on the latest ag technology available. We need extra hands to get us through fall harvest, our busiest and most important stretch of the year. You'll work alongside our team getting the crop out of the field and into the bin on time.


What you'll do

  • Haul and unload grain during harvest
  • Operate tractors, grain carts, and other harvest equipment
  • Support combine operations as needed
  • Help keep equipment running and ready to go during long harvest days
  • Work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, as harvest demands

What we're looking for

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Experience with ag equipment or grain hauling is a plus, but we're willing to train the right person
  • CDL Class A preferred, not required
  • Ability to work long, physically demanding days during harvest season
  • A great attitude is a must

Why this role

  • Strong hourly pay starting at $19+, based on experience
  • A defined season, work hard through harvest, then you're done
  • Real seat time on tractors, grain carts, and combines, great experience if you're building toward ag or CDL work
  • Part of a close-knit, family-owned crew during the most exciting time of year on the farm

This is a seasonal position and does not include year-round benefits.


Apply now! We'd love to talk with you.


Albin Farms is an equal opportunity employer.

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