Farm Laborer

H2ajobs; Sykeston (ND); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Transportation to stores

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking workers for winter-season agricultural support on a grain farm. Duties include maintaining equipment, cleaning storage areas, preparing fields for spring planting, and general farm upkeep. Housing and meals are provided by the employer, with transportation to stores and lodging arranged as needed.

Experience required is 3 months, with the ability to lift up to 75 lbs and obtain a driver’s license within 30 days of hire. Drug testing and background checks may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience: three months recent and verifiable in the listed duties.
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Driver's license required within 30 days of hire; clean driving record preferred.
• Random drug test may be required; positive test may lead to termination.
• Criminal background check required.
• No minimum educational level required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, clean, and maintain farm equipment and machinery (tractors, planters, sprayers, combines).
• Perform general mechanical servicing: check fluids, lubricate parts, replace filters, inspect belts/hoses, minor repairs.
• Clean and sanitize grain bins, augers, and storage areas for next harvest.
• Remove old grain and residue; check for pests or mold; report issues.
• Assist with cleaning and organizing the farm shop and storage buildings.
• Prepare fields for spring planting (till, debris clearance, soil treatments).
• Maintain fences, gates, and access roads; general grounds maintenance including snow clearing.
• Follow farm safety protocols and wear PPE.

Skills

Physical strength

Job description

Workers will perform winter-season agricultural support work on a grain farm. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Inspect, clean, and maintain farm equipment and machinery including tractors, planters, sprayers, and combines.
• Perform general mechanical servicing: checking fluids, lubricating moving parts, replacing filters, inspecting belts and hoses, and minor repairs.
• Clean and sanitize grain bins, augers, and surrounding storage areas to prepare for the next harvest season.
• Remove old grain and residue from storage units, check for pests or mold, and report issues.
• Assist with cleaning and organizing the farm shop and storage buildings.
• Prepare fields for spring planting by tilling, clearing debris, or applying soil treatments (weather permitting).
• Maintain farm infrastructure including fences, gates, and access roads.
• Perform general grounds maintenance such as snow clearing (only on farm property), weed control around bins and sheds, and pressure-washing equipment.
• Follow all farm safety protocols and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

(Note: While crops are not actively grown in winter, all duties are directly in support of these crops.)

Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)

Meals: The employer will furnish free and convenient cooking and kitchen facilities and space for food preparation, as well as the necessary equipment, appliances (including refrigeration), cooking accessories, and dish washing facilities (e.g., adequate sinks with hot and cold water under pressure) that are in working condition and will be used by workers to sufficiently prepare three (3) meals a day. Employer will provide transportation (1998 Chevy 1500 4 Door , 2007 Cadilac DTS ) to assure workers access to stores where they can purchase groceries and/or other incidentals.

Transport: Employer will provide and pay for lodging in consulate city, a charter bus/van/car/truck/public transportation, to the place of employment from the place from which the worker has come to work for the employer. Employer will reimburse or give advance payment to the worker.

Experience wanted: 3 months

Three (3) months recent and verifiable experience required for the job duties listed.

Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days following hire and obtain clean driving record.

Be able to lift up to 75 lbs.

Once hired, worker may be required to take a random drug test at no cost to the worker. Testing positive or failure to comply may

result in immediate termination from employment.

Employer will conduct a criminal background check as a condition of employment.

No minimum educational level required.