Farm/irrigation/livestock Worker
Temporary
temporary
$16.83/hr
12 Jan 2025
Buhl
Verified by Turrior
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
70 / 100
Offer value
Moderate value with a competitive salary and varied responsibilities, but limited growth in livestock duties.
- Hourly pay: $16.83
- Various tasks in crop production and irrigation
- Physical work with machinery requires stamina
Pros
- Higher hourly wage starting at $16.83
- Diverse responsibilities in farm machinery and cropping
- Opportunity to learn about irrigation systems
Cons
- Minimal input in livestock management
- Work can be physically strenuous
- Employment is temporary with limited duration
Who it's for
Entry-Level • On-site, mixed labor
Good fit
- Entry-level workers with some equipment handling skills
- Candidates interested in general farm activities
- Individuals looking for seasonal positions with physical tasks
Not recommended for
- Those focusing on livestock management careers
- People avoiding physical labor
- Candidates seeking long-term roles
Motivation fit
Interest in agricultural practices and irrigation systemsDesire for hands-on experience on a farmSeeking seasonal work with physical activity
Key skills
Farm machinery operationIrrigation system managementGeneral farm maintenance
Score: 70/100 AI verified analysis
About the job
Worker will be required to perform a variety of duties related to the production of alfalfa, dry beans, field corn, wheat, pasture, and livestock. The majority of the work activities during the overall contract period, however, will be related to general farm work/irrigation/crop production.
General Farm Work will include the following responsibilities: maintain, drive, attach and operate farm implements/tractors/equipment to till soil, plant, cultivate, fertilize and harvest crops; bale hay and straw make minor mechanical adjustments and repairs on farm machinery; may mix and/or spray chemicals (according to appropriate restrictive use laws, when/if applicable); remove undesirable and excess growth from crops or farm grounds; remove rocks from field; paint/repair farm structures; maintain/repair fencing; perform general clean-up of farm areas; drive, load/unload farm trucks and Ag Exempt, Non CDL One Axle Flatbed Truck; operate motor bike or all-terrain vehicle in the course of performing duties; workers possessing the proper licensure may be asked to transport other farm workers.
Irrigation duties will include the following:
Hand lines: lift and carry pipe sections weighing approximately 40 pounds on a sustained basis.
Pivots: push on switch that activates circle sprinkler system.
Flood Irrigation: shovel and pack dirt in low spots of embankment or cut trenches in high areas to direct water flow; siphon water from flooded reservoir or ditch to channel water into designated areas; shovel or hoe soil to clear ditches/furrows and build embankments to appropriately channel water; mix and apply proper solutions to fill holes/cracks in pipes, ditches, and spillways, and make minor repairs to metal, concrete, and wooden frameworks in pipe and ditch valves and gates.
Other Irrigation Duties: remove pipes/wheel lines from storage and lay out/place in predetermined patterns in fields; lubricate, adjust, repair and replace parts such as sprinkler heads and drive chains using hand tools; observe revolving sprinklers and adjust to ensure proper operation and uniform distribution of water; move/schedule/adjust/maintain and repair gated pipe: disassemble, service and store pipes/mainlines/wheel lines after irrigation season.
Minimal livestock duties include: move, sort, herd livestock; assist in branding; care for and treat as needed. NOTE: Will not feed livestock.
