What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Worker position at Rhino Farms, Inc.?
Row crop farm labor duties include, but are not limited to: Drive and operate farm machinery such as tractors, ATVs, tractor-drawn machinery, and self-propelled machinery. Plant and maintain melon crop, including transplanting, weeding, and checking fields. Till soil, plant, irrigate, fertilize, harvest, store, and pack crops. Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides to crops. Set up and operate irrigation equipment. Load and unload supplies, boxes, containers, produce during harvest, etc. Perform manual labor, mechanical repairs, and maintenance such as preparing barns, draining fields, preparing land for planting, and maintenance of farm vehicles and implements, fences, and tools.
Cattle and hay duties include, but are not limited to: Maintain a cow/calf operation. Hay and feed cattle. Water cattle and maintain water tanks. Routine and urgent care for livestock. Monitor the herd for signs of illness or injury. Assist with breeding and calving. Administer vaccinations and medications. Perform routine maintenance and repair of both permanent and temporary fences. Perform basic vehicle, trailer, and equipment maintenance.
Work schedules may vary, and employees may be assigned to rotating shifts, including evening or weekend work as needed. Duties may change during the workday depending on crop and weather conditions or other needs. Workers will perform a variety of general farm labor tasks as assigned, consistent with the job description and within the certified hours.
Salary : $12