06/11/2022
Dairy Farm Hand /Operator position available immediately for an "all-around person" who has a love of farming and cows. Position offers a variety of duties on a multi-location 200 cow dairy in Cambridge and Fort Atkinson, that strives to keep our cows and employees happy. In addition to the dairy, the farm runs about 1000 acres for feed and cash cropping.
Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Must have a minimum of 3 months verifiable work experience driving tractors & implements
Mechanical skills preferred
Must be able to operate a manual straight truck
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
Ability to stand, reach, bend, stoop, climb, sit for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work with all types of people
Must be reliable and willing to work flexible hours during harvest season
Must possess a driverās license
Must be at least 18 years old
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Responsibilities:
Perform general farm labor duties including, but not limited to, operating farm equipment such as tractors, trucks, skid loaders, and implements to produce feed, bedding, and grain and manure handling
Perform manual labor duties including simple repairs, equipment maintenance (e.g., greasing and monitoring fluids), and other assigned farm related duties
Besides field work, the position involves milking cows a few 4-hour shifts per week
Benefits:
Compensation: $15/hour, negotiable based on experience
Sign-On Bonus -$2000 paid over 12 months
Housing may be available
This is a great position for someone who enjoys doing a variety of jobs during the week!