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General Farm Laborer

Ellerbe, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

General Farm Laborer JOB SUMMARY: TDM Farms, the hog production division of Hog Slat, Incorporated, is seeking a full time General Farm Laborer to join the team in Ellerbe, NC . Previous on-farm hog ...

General Farm Laborer

Ellerbe, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

General Farm Laborer JOB SUMMARY: TDM Farms, the hog production division of Hog Slat, Incorporated, is seeking a full time General Farm Laborer to join the team in Ellerbe, NC . Previous on-farm hog ...

The Club at Kukui'ula FARM LABORER (Full-time) Role Overview The Farm Laborer is responsible for ... Perform general farm and landscape maintenance as assigned. * Follow all company safety policies ...

The Club at Kukui'ula FARM LABORER (Full-time) Role Overview The Farm Laborer is responsible for ... Perform general farm and landscape maintenance as assigned. * Follow all company safety policies ...

Farm Laborer (Full-time)

Koloa, HI · On-site

$20.40 - $24/hr

The Club at Kukui'ula FARM LABORER (Full-time) Role Overview The Farm Laborer is responsible for ... Perform general farm and landscape maintenance as assigned. * Follow all company safety policies ...

Farm Laborer

Saint Agatha, ME · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

The Farm Laborer will assist with routine tasks around the farm, including operating agricultural equipment, planting and harvesting crops, maintaining fields and facilities, and performing general ...

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How much do general farm labourer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for general farm labourer in the United States is $17.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between General Farm Labourer vs Farm Hand?

AspectGeneral Farm LabourerFarm Hand
Required CredentialsNone typically required, some experience preferredNone typically required, some experience preferred
Work EnvironmentOutdoor farms, fields, barnsOutdoor farms, fields, barns
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in agriculture, farming operationsCommonly used in agriculture, farming operations
Job DutiesGeneral tasks like planting, harvesting, maintenanceAssisting with daily farm activities, similar tasks

Both roles involve outdoor farm work with similar duties and environments. The term "Farm Hand" is often used interchangeably with "General Farm Labourer," though "Farm Hand" may sometimes imply a slightly more experienced worker. Overall, they are comparable roles within the agriculture industry, focusing on supporting farm operations without requiring specialized certifications.

What does a general farm labourer do?

A general farm labourer performs tasks such as planting, harvesting, feeding livestock, operating farm equipment, and maintaining farm facilities. The role often requires physical stamina, basic knowledge of farming practices, and adherence to safety protocols. Work is typically outdoors and may involve long hours during peak seasons.

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Infographic showing various General Farm Labourer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,442 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

General Farm Laborer

Ellerbe, NC • On-site

Hog Slat, Inc.
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees

$13.50 - $17/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


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8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

General Farm Laborer
JOB SUMMARY:
TDM Farms, the hog production division of Hog Slat, Incorporated, is seeking a full time General Farm Laborer to join the team in Ellerbe, NC. Previous on-farm hog production experience is a plus, but not mandatory.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned as business conditions change.
  • Care of animals on the farm in a manner consistent with TDM’s established animal welfare practices (includes day-to-day decision making on care, health and well-being of pig groups)
  • Ability to adherence to TDM’s established bio-security protocol
  • Frequently communicate with the farm manager, supervisor, feed scheduler, service technicians etc.
  • Maintain the farm facility in a clean and operating order
  • Keep all equipment clean
  • Monitor the health of hogs and report the results to all parties
  • Properly treat sick pigs with guidance from our farm supervisors and vets
  • Performs duties for approximately 9-10 hours a day. Scheduling could vary and you could be called to report to work at any given time of a 24 hour time period
  • Workers may also be required to perform basic repairs and maintenance on facilities and equipment as needed (for example, welding damaged doors).
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
The IDEAL CANDIDATE will have the following experience/educational background:
  • Experience in safe animal handling practices or willingness to learn about these practices
  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally
  • Ability to identify risks that could affect the livestock’s well-being
  • Capability to react quickly to unpredictable livestock behaviors
  • Communication skills
  • Ability to step in and out of pens with gates that are 33” in height, multiple times a day
Hog Slat Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender, identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other reason prohibited under Federal State or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.

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