Farm Hand (Part-time Seasonal)

The Farm Hand assists with planting, maintenance and harvesting of vegetable and fruit crops at the Hunger Task Force Farm in Franklin, Wisconsin. This part-time, seasonal position works in the greenhouse, fields and orchards and operates trucks, tractors, other equipment needed to cultivate and plant fields and orchards; irrigate crops, control weeds and harvest produce. Must be available for full farm season April 20, 2026-October 31, 2026 (weather permitting) . To apply Send your resume and cover letter that describes your interested and relevant work experience to View email address on click.appcast.io . This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Pick, cut, or pull fruits and vegetables to harvest crop. Propagate, plant and transplant vegetable crops according to the Farm Plan. Lead and direct volunteer groups in greenhouse, orchards, and fields. Demonstrate and explain farm work techniques and safety regulations to volunteers. Install irrigation systems and irrigates fields. Assists in the maintenance of fruit orchard. Perform other duties as assigned. Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform 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 regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The Farm Hand is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The Farm Hand is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The Farm Hand must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Salary Range: $17/hour #J-18808-Ljbffr Hunger Task Force