Part-Time Farm hand

Good Food Jobs, Inc.; North East (Erie County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Food Jobs, Inc. seeks a reliable Part-Time Farm Hand for a regenerative cattle farm in North East, PA. This hands-on role requires cattle experience and the ability to work independently or with a team.

Responsibilities include safe cattle handling, daily herd observations, facility upkeep, and equipment operation (tractors, loaders). Part-time hours and pay range will be discussed, with compensation between $15 and $22 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable working directly with a herd and assessing cattle health.
• Experience operating and maintaining standard farm machinery.
• Able to perform physically demanding labor in all weather.
• Reliable, autonomous, able to work solo.
• Interest in regenerative farming practices.

Responsibilities

• Move cattle using low-stress handling and monitor herd health.
• Cover daily operations and uphold standards when the Farm Manager is away.
• Clean and maintain barns, outbuildings, and fencing.
• Perform routine grounds maintenance to keep the farm safe and functional.
• Operate tractors and other heavy farm equipment safely.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Cattle experience

Equipment proficiency

Physical stamina

Reliability & autonomy

Regenerative farming alignment

Tools

Farm machinery

Job description

We are a regenerative cattle farm located in North East, PA, dedicated to restorative land management, soil health, and ethical animal husbandry. We believe in working with nature to produce high-quality livestock while continually improving the local ecosystem.

The Position

We are seeking a reliable, experienced Part-Time Farm Hand to support our daily operations. This is a hands-on role requiring a trustworthy individual comfortable working independently and as part of a team. A strong foundation in cattle management and general farm operations is essential.

Core Responsibilities

• Animal Care & Handling: Move cattle safely and efficiently using low-stress handling techniques. Conduct daily herd observations to monitor health, behavior, and pasture conditions.
• Management Coverage: Assume daily operational responsibilities and maintain farm standards when the Farm Manager is away.
• Facility Upkeep: Clean, and maintain barns, outbuildings, and fencing infrastructure.
• Grounds Maintenance: Perform routine property upkeep to keep the farm functional, safe, and well-managed.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate tractors, loaders, and other heavy farm machinery required for daily tasks.
• Machine Maintenance: Conduct routine preventative maintenance and inspections on farm equipment to ensure minimal downtime.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Cattle Experience (Required): You must be comfortable working directly with a herd, reading cattle behavior, and identifying basic health concerns.
• Equipment Proficiency: Proven experience operating and maintaining standard farm machinery.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform demanding physical labor in all weather conditions. Including but not limited to heavy lifting and extended hours of walking or standing on your feet.
• Reliability & Autonomy: Highly dependable and observant, with the ability to manage your time and prioritize tasks when working solo.
• Alignment: An interest in or willingness to adhere to regenerative farming practices.

Compensation & Schedule

Part-time hours (Specific schedule and flexible arrangements to be discussed).
Hourly pay commensurate with experience. ($15-$22/hr)

Deadline

December 31, 2026