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Dartmouth College

Farm Hand

Hanover, NH · On-site

$16.25/hr

It is about a ten-minute drive in Etna, NH. All employees are responsible for their own ... The Farm Hand will accomplish this through the care of horses and the maintenance of Morton Farm ...

Schroeder-Turner Farms

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Farm Hand

Bellflower, IL · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

As a 3rd generation farm in Central Illinois, we are looking for an additional Farm Hand to operate and maintain farm equipment and drive a semi.

Woodland Acres Farm LLC

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Farm Hand/helper

Norton, MA · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Woodland Acres Farm located in Norton MA, a small multi-species and dairy processing farm, is looking for farm hand helpers. This role involves assisting with daily farm activities and caring for the ...

JBS Imports

FARM HAND

Beardstown, IL · On-site

$18.94 - $21.31/hr

WORK CONDITIONS Work 40+ hours per week in outdoor environment, with ability to work on all shifts ... Farm Hand The farm hand will perform maintenance on irrigation rigs and farm equipment; operate ...

Benchmark

Farm Hand

Chatham, MA

$19 - $24/hr

In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development ... The Farm Hand will be working at the Chatham Bars Inn Farm, located on Route 6A in Brewster. This ...

JBS USA

FARM HAND

Beardstown, IL · On-site

$18.94 - $21.31/hr

WORK CONDITIONS Work 40+ hours per week in outdoor environment, with ability to work on all shifts ... Farm Hand The farm hand will perform maintenance on irrigation rigs and farm equipment; operate ...

JBS USA

FARM HAND

Beardstown, IL · On-site

WORK CONDITIONS Work 40+ hours per week in outdoor environment, with ability to work on all shifts ... Farm Hand The farm hand will perform maintenance on irrigation rigs and farm equipment; operate ...

U S National Whitewater Center

Farm Hand

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

The Farm Hand position plays an important role in the daily care and upkeep of the chickens, sheep, goats, Highland cows, and other farm animals at the Whitewater Center. This position is responsible ...

Nelson Farms

General Farm Hand

Brook, IN · On-site

$47K/yr

General Farm Hand - Corn & Soybean Operation Salary: Starting at $47,000 per year for limited ... Operate farm equipment used in corn and soybean production. * Assist with planting, spraying ...

Fili-West Farms

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Farm Hand

Vance, SC · On-site

$31K - $62K/yr

Though most work is performed under cover, you must be willing to work in all weather conditions ... We're also working to improve both our soil and the lives of the animals who live on it by using ...

JBS USA

FARM HAND

Beardstown, IL

$18.94 - $21.31/hr

Look at all processes in wastewater and make sure items are taken care of. Do not report and expect ... Farm HandThe farm hand will perform maintenance on irrigation rigs and farm equipment; operate ...

Stirling Farm

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Farm Hand

Folsom, LA · On-site

$13/hr

About us Stirling Farm is a small business in Folsom, LA. We are professional, rewarding and fast-paced. Our work environment includes: * Casual work attire - Close-toed shoes required * On-the-job ...

Nelson Farms

Part-Time General Farm Hand

Brook, IN · On-site

$12.25 - $16.50/hr

General Farm Hand - Corn & Soybean Operation We are seeking a dependable, hardworking General Farm ... Operate farm equipment used in corn and soybean production. * Assist with planting, spraying ...

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Farm Hand

Dartmouth College

Hanover, NH • On-site

$16.25/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 11 days ago

Dartmouth College rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Farm Hand
Position Number
0000000
Hiring Range Minimum
$16.25/hr
Hiring Range Maximum
$16.25/hr
Location of Position
Etna, NH
Advertisement Text
As a farm hand some of your tasks would include cleaning stalls, filling water buckets, filling hay bags, stacking hay, sweeping, general cleaning, and variety of other tasks. If you like doing physical work outside and enjoy being around animals, then this could be a good job for you. The Morton Farm is not located on the main campus of Dartmouth. It is about a ten-minute drive in Etna, NH. All employees are responsible for their own transportation to and from the Farm.
Position Purpose
To assist the Farm Manager in the operations and maintenance of the Morton Farm. The Farm Hand will accomplish this through the care of horses and the maintenance of Morton Farm facilities.
Required Qualifications
  • Previous horse or farm experience
  • A willingness to learn
  • Positive, team-oriented attitude
  • Ability to work independently
  • Excellent attention to detail with a focus on quality and care
  • Ability to operate small equipment and tools as needed
  • Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extreme heat and cold.
  • Must be able to list/pull/push up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
  • Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time
  • Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, reach overhead and below
  • Ability to work effectively in an environment with exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, and animal hair/feather

Preferred Qualifications
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Employment Category
Temporary Part time
Schedule
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Mariruth Graham
Department Contact Phone Number
mariruth@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter
Lindsy Danforth, Barn Manager
Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
We review applications on a rolling basis for this position and will hire multiple applicants into this role; we encourage applicants to apply throughout the year.
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/83702
Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities
At the direction of the Farm Manager, the Farm Hand will be responsible for:
  • Cleaning the horses' stalls & paddocks
  • Filling water buckets in stalls & fields
  • Cleaning feed & water buckets
  • Stacking hay
  • Sweeping barn floors
  • Cleaning other areas of the Morton Farm as instructed

Depending on the level of experience, individuals may be asked to:
  • Operate farm equipment (tractors & RTVs)
  • Assist in projects to help maintain the farm, facility, and well-being of the horses
  • Other general assistance and support as needed
  • Providing other care to the horses as instructed

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