Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Skilled Farm Hand to join our farming community, exclusively for Kauai residents. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the health and productivity of farm operations, weeding and weed whacking croplands, operating agricultural machinery, and ensuring safety standards are upheld across all activities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors in a dynamic environment, contributing directly to sustainable farming practices and animal husbandry. The ideal candidate is passionate about agriculture, possesses hands-on experience with farm machinery and animal care, and thrives in a physically active setting.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain farm equipment including tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems, and other agricultural machinery with precision and safety awareness.
- Provide daily care for livestock and farm animals, ensuring proper feeding, watering, health monitoring, and humane handling practices.
- Perform routine repairs and maintenance on farm machinery using hand tools, power tools, welding techniques, and mechanical knowledge to minimize downtime.
- Assist with planting, cultivating, harvesting crops, greenhouse management, and horticultural activities to support growing operations.
- Manage manual handling tasks such as lifting heavy loads safely while adhering to safety standards in production environments.
- Oversee livestock management tasks including animal husbandry, handling horses or other farm animals with patience and expertise.
- Support irrigation setup and maintenance to ensure optimal water distribution across fields and greenhouses.
- Supervise or assist with farm staff as needed, providing guidance on equipment operation and safety procedures.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in farming or agricultural work with a strong understanding of crop cultivation and livestock management.
- Demonstrated supervisory experience or ability to oversee team activities efficiently.
- Proficiency in operating heavy equipment such as forklifts, agricultural tractors, power tools, and other farm machinery.
- Mechanical knowledge related to equipment repair, maintenance of farm machinery, welding skills preferred.
- Knowledge of safety standards in production environments to ensure a safe working space for all team members.
- Ability to perform manual handling tasks involving heavy lifting while maintaining proper technique.
- Familiarity with irrigation systems, greenhouse operations, horticulture practices, and outdoor work environments.
- Basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to farming tasks.
Join us in cultivating a thriving farm environment where your skills make a real difference! We value Kauai residents committed to sustainable agriculture and animal care—bring your passion for farming into a role that rewards hard work with meaningful impact.
Pay: $25.00 - $31.48 per hour
Work Location: In person
