Farm/Livestock Assistant (EH-11328)

Nebraska Ag Connection; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing may be available

Long-term growth

Job summary

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT invites applications for a Farm & Livestock Assistant in a Nebraska operation. The role focuses on hay production, livestock care, and general farm duties across a diversified agricultural setting.

Ideal candidates bring farm experience, hay production know-how, and comfort with machinery. Housing may be available. Long-term growth and stability are offered in a family-oriented operation.

Qualifications

• Previous farm and livestock experience preferred.
• Hay production experience highly desirable.
• Experience operating modern agricultural equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and maintenance experience preferred.
• CDL or ability to obtain CDL beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hay production including mowing, raking, baling, hauling, stacking, and storage.
• Participate in four annual alfalfa hay cuttings across approximately 1,700 acres.
• Operate tractors, loaders, trucks, hay equipment, and other agricultural machinery.
• Assist with corn and soybean production activities including planting and harvest.
• Help monitor and care for finishing hogs, including routine livestock observations and facility checks.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and minor repairs.
• Assist with trucking, material handling, and general farm operations.
• Help maintain buildings, equipment, and farm facilities.

Skills

Farm experience

Livestock handling

Equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

CDL beneficial

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Tractors

Loader equipment

Livestock housing

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: We will not reply if your resume does not meet position requirements. Please understand your education and experience must match our job listings for you to be considered. You must be a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident to be considered for any U.S. positions.

There is NO closing date on this position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a qualified Farm & Livestock Assistant for a progressive, diversified agricultural operation located in Nebraska. This is an excellent opportunity for a dependable, self-motivated individual who enjoys production agriculture and wants to become part of a stable, family-oriented operation.

This operation consists of approximately 300 acres of dryland corn and soybean production, 1,700 acres of alfalfa hay, plus finishing hogs. Hay production is a major component of the operation, with four cuttings annually. Hay is primarily put up as small square bales and round bales, along with some large square bale production.

The employer is seeking a versatile individual who enjoys variety in their work and can assist with crop production, haying, livestock care, equipment operation, trucking, and general farm responsibilities. While livestock duties are important, candidates should expect to spend the majority of their time involved in hay production, equipment operation, maintenance, and other farm-related activities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with hay production including mowing, raking, baling, hauling, stacking, and storage.
• Participate in four annual alfalfa hay cuttings across approximately 1,700 acres.
• Operate tractors, loaders, trucks, hay equipment, and other agricultural machinery.
• Assist with corn and soybean production activities including planting and harvest.
• Help monitor and care for finishing hogs, including routine livestock observations and facility checks.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and minor repairs.
• Assist with trucking, material handling, and general farm operations.
• Help maintain buildings, equipment, and farm facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous farm and livestock experience preferred.
• Hay production experience highly desirable.
• Experience operating modern agricultural equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and maintenance experience preferred.
• CDL or ability to obtain CDL beneficial.
• Comfortable working around livestock and willing to assist with finishing hogs.
• Strong work ethic, dependability, and ability to work independently.
• Positive attitude and willingness to assist wherever needed.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
• Housing may be available for the right candidate.
• Long-term opportunity with a stable and progressive agricultural operation.
• Opportunity for growth and increased responsibility over time.

This employer is seeking a dependable individual who wants to build a long-term future with a quality agricultural operation and become a valued member of the team.

ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.

If you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.