Top 12 Farm hand Jobs in New Jersey

Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Rutgers Cooperative Vegetable IPM Program
Rutgers University —New Jersey
- $15.92 - $21.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Cooperative Extension Fruit IPM Program
Rutgers University —New Jersey
- $15.92 - $22.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Laboratory experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Turfgrass Breeding Program
Rutgers University —Freehold, NJ
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Trade school
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Seasonal Agricultural Workers - Adelphia (Freehold)
Rutgers University —Freehold, NJ
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- English
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Maranatha Farm —Far Hills, NJ
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Seasonal Agricultural Workers - Turf Weed Science Program
Rutgers University —New Brunswick, NJ
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Maintenance
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Seasonal Agricultural Worker
Rutgers University —New Brunswick, NJ
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- University
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Farm Worker-Seasonal
BELL NURSERY USA LLC —Bridgeton, NJ
- $15.54 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Reliable transportation
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Seasonal Twin Pond Farm: Harvest at 49 Howell Rd Help
Twin Pond Farm —Township of Howell, NJ
- Weekends only
- In person
- 18 years or older
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
URBAN FARM ASSISTANT
TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY —Bridgeton, NJ
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Spanish
- Communication skills
Assistant Store Manager - Sales & Service, Full Time, Cherry Hill - Pottery Barn
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. —Cherry Hill, NJ
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Fair chance
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Cooperative Extension Fruit IPM Program
Rutgers University —New Jersey
A valid driver’s license would be required for this position. Shares duties on field research projects with entomology and plant pathology specialists.
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General farm work and construction projects. Cleaning stalls, barns, and farm areas. Grooming horses (especially during summer months).
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National Education —Westerville, OH
Commercial spray license (must be willing to get). Looking for a full time operator/farm hand on a growing cattle farm in Delaware Ohio.
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Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Rutgers Cooperative Vegetable IPM Program

Rutgers University -
New Jersey

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Job Details

Full-time
$15.92 - $21.00 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Rutgers Cooperative Vegetable IPM Program

Posting Number

26TM0074

Department

Pest Management

Overview

The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) is an integral component of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The experiment station provides a diverse range of research, extension, and education programs that serve the people of New Jersey and the urban, suburban, and rural communities in which they live. Through its Cooperative Extension offices in all 21 New Jersey counties, dedicated 4-H agents, Extension specialists, Family & Community Health Sciences educators, and Agriculture and Natural Resources agents work to serve New Jersey residents in every area of the state.

The Rutgers Cooperative Extension Vegetable Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program is an educational/service program for commercial agriculture in New Jersey. Driven by environmental monitoring and field scouting, and relying on up-to-date research, the program strives to help growers produce high quality vegetables while minimizing pesticide inputs. The program also develops real-time GIS-based predictive models of pest activity and seeks to maintain populations of beneficial insects, incorporate biological control tactics where practical, utilize reduced risk pesticides and employ resistance management strategies. The program works cooperatively with researchers in demonstrating new technologies and measuring the impact of reduced risk pest management practices.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking Seasonal Agricultural Workers for the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Vegetable IPM Program.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Performs regular data collection (2 times per week per site), identifying pest and disease presence, identifying beneficial arthropods, completing IPM reports for participating growers, providing weekly summaries of insect catch data for supervisors, and collecting plant tissue samples when needed.
Shares duties on field research projects with entomology and plant pathology specialists.
Assists in pre-planning seasonal field activities, therefore, starting on an earlier date.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Salary Details

$15.92 - $21.00/hourly

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

40 hours or less

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

High school/vocational school education or equivalent experience.

Certifications/Licenses

A valid driver’s license would be required for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework in environmental studies, agriculture, biology, chemistry, entomology, plant pathology, and/or GIS databases.
Additional experience and/or community college training with agricultural production.
Competence in MS Excel and web-based Google software is helpful.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

During growing season technicians spend almost 100% of their time outside in field conditions.
Travel required to and around assigned farms.

Special Conditions

Clean Driving Record.
Multiple Vacancies.

Posting Details

Posting Open Date

02/26/2026

Posting Close Date

08/26/2026

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Off Campus

City

Multiple New Jersey locations

State

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Do you have a High school/vocational school education or equivalent experience?

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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