Farm Assistant
| Job Title | Farm Assistant |
| Job ID | MZ-11278 |
| Job Type | FullTimeRegular |
| Location | Colorado |
| Salary Range | $50000 - $0 |
| Comission / Bonus | |
| Benefits | 1/2 beef + Health Insurance + Housing + Simple IRA + Work Vehicle |
Job Title: Farm Assistant
Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting a progressive, family-owned farming operation in southeastern Colorado in their search for a dependable and motivated Farm Assistant.
This is a diversified, irrigated crop and cattle operation with a strong, long-tenured team and a reputation for stability, efficiency, and doing things the right way. The employer is seeking an individual who values teamwork, takes pride in their work, and is looking for a long-term opportunity in production agriculture.
This position is a hands-on, jack-of-all-trades role, with a strong emphasis on irrigation management and general farm support. The right candidate will be someone who can step in where needed and contribute to a well-run operation alongside experienced team members.
Salary Range: $50,000 and up DOE
Primary Responsibilities
The majority of this role will focus on general farm operations, including:
- Assisting with general farm operations across crops and cattle
- Operating farm equipment as needed (tractors, planters, etc.)
- Supporting planting and seasonal fieldwork
- Performing general maintenance and mechanical repairs
- Assisting with cattle work, including seasonal calving
- Helping wherever needed to support daily farm operations
This role requires flexibility and a willingness to contribute across all aspects of the operation.
Qualifications
- Basic farm background required preferred (tractor experience preferred - will train the right person)
- Mechanical aptitude (or strong willingness to learn)
- Experience with irrigation or pivots is a plus but not required
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills and willingness to take direction
Ideal Candidate Will Be Someone Who:
- Is a self-starter and takes initiative
- Has a team-first mindset and gets along well with others
- Is willing to learn and grow within the operation
- Brings a positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Is adaptable and open to both learning and contributing ideas appropriately
- Is seeking a long-term position, not short-term employment