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Nursery/Farm Manager

Hickory, NC

... harvesting, and pest management. * Monitor plant and crop health to ensure proper growth and ... Implement pest, weed, and disease prevention and treatment programs. * Assist customers with plant ...

Duncan Family Farms Inc

NY · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Crop Production & Harvesting • Plant, transplant, thin and weed, crops by hand or using tools • Harvest leafy greens, vegetables, or culinary herbs or other ...

Wilson's Farm

Farm Manager - Lexington, MA

Lexington, MA · On-site

$26 - $34/hr

This includes planning, purchasing, planting, nurturing, and harvesting crops to achieve optimal ... Implement pest, weed, and disease management strategies, including integrated pest management (IPM ...

Wilson Farm

Farm Manager - Lexington, MA

Lexington, MA · On-site

$25/hr

This includes planning, purchasing, planting, nurturing, and harvesting crops to achieve optimal ... Implement pest, weed, and disease management strategies, including integrated pest management (IPM ...

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How much do weed harvesting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for weed harvesting in the United States is $18.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is weed harvesting?

A Weed Harvesting job involves removing invasive aquatic vegetation from lakes, rivers, and other waterways using specialized equipment like mechanical harvesters. The goal is to improve water flow, prevent overgrowth, and maintain ecological balance. Workers operate machinery, collect harvested weeds, and sometimes assist with maintenance tasks. This job is often seasonal and may require physical labor in outdoor settings. It plays a vital role in maintaining healthy aquatic ecosystems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in weed harvesting, and why are they important?

To excel in weed harvesting, you need strong physical stamina, attention to detail, and experience with agricultural processes or landscaping tasks. Familiarity with tools like aquatic weed harvesters, skimmers, safety equipment, and sometimes small engines is common and may require on-the-job training or equipment certification. Reliability, teamwork, and the ability to follow safety protocols are crucial soft skills for this position. These abilities ensure efficient, safe, and effective management of weed growth in various settings, contributing to environmental health and operational success.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in weed harvesting?

A typical day in weed harvesting involves operating specialized machinery to cut and collect aquatic or terrestrial weeds, performing routine maintenance on equipment, and ensuring that all safety guidelines are followed. You may work as part of a small crew, often outdoors and sometimes in varying weather conditions, to manage weed growth in lakes, rivers, parks, or agricultural fields. Coordination with team members is important for planning routes and disposal of collected plant material. The role offers variety, as your daily tasks can change with the season and specific project needs, making adaptability and reliability important qualities.

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Infographic showing various Weed Harvesting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,581 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

Urban Farms Assistant

Services For The Underserved, Inc.

Manhattan, NY

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Services for the UnderServed rating

9.4

Company rating: 9.4 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

USD $16.61/Yr.
USD $17.27/Yr.

SCOPE OF ROLE:
The Urban Farms Assistant supports the program by assisting the Director, Manager, and Program Coordinators with operational tasks, including farming, gardening, landscaping, installation and maintenance, farm product development, and assisting with workshops and special events.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support farming operations at the SUS “community farms” with tasks that include, but are not limited to planting, weeding, watering, pruning, composting, and harvesting;
• Support landscape management at SUS facilities and other locations with tasks that include, but are not limited to lawn mowing, weed-whacking, raking, and sweeping;
• Support horticultural carpentry and masonry with projects that include, but are not limited to constructing raised beds, building trellising structures, and installing water features;
• Assist in developing, making, and packaging SUS Urban Farms products, including assisting with beekeeping and honey harvesting;
• Assist and/or instruct during workshops, trainings, and other activities;
• Assist with special events, including the annual Harvest Luncheon.


REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• No required education or experience, though candidates must demonstrate an interest in learning and practicing horticulture.
• Must be capable of lifting 40 lbs, and must have willingness and an ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions, including temperature extremes, rain, and snow.
• Must demonstrate effective oral communication skills, including the ability to follow instructions, ask questions when challenges arise, and work efficiently independently and in a team setting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
• Preferred experience in horticulture in farming, gardening, landscaping, or similar work.
• Comfort and/or experience with use of basic gardening and landscaping implements, including power equipment used in landscaping or garden carpentry is a plus.


S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you. 

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at MyMedicalLeave@sus.org. 


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