Farm Hand / Maintenance Technician

Hirebridge; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirebridge is seeking a reliable Farm Hand / Maintenance Technician to maintain farm grounds, equipment, buildings, and horses in Franklin, TN. This on-site role runs Monday through Friday with duties spanning lawn care, equipment maintenance, horse care, and general estate tasks.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in farm or groundskeeping roles, valid driver’s license, and a commitment to discretion and confidentiality on a private family estate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in farm, ranch, estate, groundskeeping, landscaping, or similar property maintenance roles.

Responsibilities

• Groundskeeping & lawn care: operate commercial mowing equipment, maintain lawns and landscapes, seasonal property maintenance, irrigation monitoring.
• Farm equipment operation & maintenance: safely operate tractors and utility vehicles, inspect and arrange servicing, perform repairs.
• Horse care: feed horses and assist with turnout and pasture management.
• Building & property maintenance: routine repairs on barns, fencing, outbuildings, and structures; inspect facilities regularly.
• General estate support: security, deliveries, vendor coordination, assist with events and projects.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Equipment operation

Horse care

Property maintenance

Discretion

Tools

Lawn mowers

Tractors

Chainsaws

Hedge trimmers

Irrigation systems

Job description

Farm Hand / Maintenance Technician - This position is on-site 5 days a week (Mon - Fri) in Franklin, TN.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and trustworthy Farm Hand / Maintenance Technician to handle the maintenance and upkeep of farm grounds, equipment, buildings, and horses. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the property is maintained to the highest standards while demonstrating discretion, professionalism, and a commitment to confidentiality.

The ideal candidate will have experience operating and maintaining a wide variety of lawn care, groundskeeping, and farm equipment, along with general property maintenance skills and, ideally, horse care experience.

Key Responsibilities: Groundskeeping & Lawn Care

• Operate commercial lawn mowers, zero-turn mowers, tractors, weed eaters, blowers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers, and other landscaping equipment.
• Maintain lawns, fields, gardens, landscaping, trails, and common areas.
• Perform mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, mulching, leaf removal, weed control, and seasonal property maintenance.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems as needed.
• Maintain overall appearance and cleanliness of the property.

Farm Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Safely operate tractors, utility vehicles, trailers, and other farm equipment.
• Perform routine inspections, and handle arranging servicing, and preventative maintenance on all equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and coordinate repairs when necessary.
• Assist with hauling materials, moving equipment, and general farm projects.

Horse Care

• Feed horses according to established schedules and guidelines.
• Assist with turnout, pasture management, and general daily horse care.

Building & Property Maintenance

• Perform general maintenance and minor repairs on barns, fencing, gates, outbuildings, and residential structures.
• Inspect buildings and grounds regularly to identify maintenance needs.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance, storm cleanup, and special projects.

General Estate Support

• Maintain property security and report unusual activity or concerns.
• Assist with deliveries, vendor coordination, and occasional family requests.
• Support special events or projects as needed.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to identifying and resolving property maintenance needs.

Qualifications: Required Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in farm, ranch, estate, groundskeeping, landscaping, or similar property maintenance roles.
• Proven experience operating and maintaining commercial lawn care equipment and farm machinery.
• Experience providing daily care for horses ideal but not required.
• Experience performing general building and property maintenance repairs.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of lawn care, landscaping, and grounds maintenance practices.
• Ability to safely operate tractors, mowers, utility vehicles, and other farm equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment.
• Knowledge of horse feeding, care, and basic health monitoring ideal.
• Basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and general repairs.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physical labor throughout the day.

Confidentiality & Professionalism:

This position is located on a private family estate. The successful candidate must maintain the highest level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality regarding all aspects of the family, property, operations, and activities. A background check, professional references, and verification of prior experience is required.