Farmhand

The-Polo-Club-of-Boca-Raton; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Boca Raton, FL is seeking entry-level farm help to support planting, irrigation, and general crop care. You will assist with planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting crops, set up and maintain irrigation under supervision, and operate basic tools and machinery as directed.

The role requires a willingness to learn, physical fitness for manual labor, and the ability to communicate in English. No prior farming experience is required, as training is provided.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• High school diploma required; farming experience helpful.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Physically able to perform manual labor for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting crops.
• Help set up and maintain irrigation systems under supervision.
• Operate basic farm tools and machinery as directed.
• Monitor crop health and report signs of pests or disease.
• Perform general farm maintenance and housekeeping.
• Follow safety procedures and farm protocols.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Education

High School Diploma

Hands-on farming experience

Tools

Basic tools & machinery

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Boca Raton, FL 33496, Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting crops
• Help set up and maintain irrigation systems under supervision
• Operate basic farm tools and machinery as directed
• Monitor crop health and report signs of pests or disease
• Perform general farm maintenance duties such as cleaning, equipment upkeep, and organizing supplies
• Follow all safety procedures and work in accordance with farm protocols
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions as needed

Skills & Qualifications:

• No prior experience required—training provided on the job
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to take direction and work independently or as part of a team
• Physically fit and able to perform manual labor for extended periods
• Interest in farming, agriculture, or working outdoors
• Basic understanding of tools and machinery is a plus
• Punctual, dependable, and respectful of farm rules and procedures

Qualifications and Experience:

a high school diploma, and hands-on farming experience

Language Ability:

Ability to communicate well in English.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts

Physical Demands:

Prolonged standing, heavy lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, operating machinery, working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and often performing repetitive tasks,
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 25 to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and outdoor weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.