What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Hand position at Trades for Success?
Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Farm Hand specializing in firewood production This energetic role offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors, contribute to sustainable forestry practices, and develop a broad skill set in farm operations. You'll be instrumental in managing firewood harvesting, processing, and maintenance activities, ensuring high-quality output while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. If you thrive in hands-on roles and enjoy working with machinery and natural resources, this position is perfect for you
Duties
- Assist with the harvesting of firewood using manual tools and heavy equipment such as chainsaws, log splitters, and forklifts
- Operate farm machinery safely for cutting, stacking, and transporting firewood logs
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment including welding and mechanical troubleshooting
- Handle heavy lifting tasks to move logs and firewood bundles efficiently across the farm
- Support animal husbandry activities if applicable, including animal care and handling to maintain farm operations
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, ensuring safety protocols are followed at all times
- Assist with irrigation systems, greenhouse work, or horticultural tasks as needed to support overall farm health
Requirements
- Proven supervising experience or ability to oversee team tasks efficiently
- Mechanical knowledge with experience repairing farm machinery and power tools
- Hands-on experience with equipment repair, welding, heavy equipment operation, and maintenance procedures
- Knowledge of animal husbandry, animal handling, and basic animal care practices (if relevant)
- Familiarity with farming techniques, horticulture, irrigation systems, and greenhouse operations
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and operate forklifts or other heavy machinery confidently
- Basic math skills for measurements, inventory tracking, and operational calculations
- Strong work ethic with a focus on safety standards and attention to detail in all tasks
This role offers a vibrant work environment where your skills in farming, machinery operation, and outdoor labor will be valued. We're committed to supporting your growth through hands-on training and a collaborative team atmosphere. Join us to contribute to sustainable forestry efforts while developing your expertise in agriculture and farm management
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15