Agriculture Worker
Full TimeJob Description
*About Us:*
Cayuga Sunrise Farm is a diverse, growing 700-acre organic farm located in Trumansburg, New York. We raise beef cattle and pigs on-site while producing organic corn, soybeans, grasses, and cover crops. Through our sister company, Cayuga Ag, we also operate a warehouse and distribute seed and fertilizer to farmers throughout the region. Beyond traditional farming, we run a self-serve farm store year-round and welcome visitors each fall to our popular pumpkin patch.
What makes Cayuga Sunrise Farm a great place to work is the variety of opportunities and experiences available. Our team is involved in livestock care, crop production, equipment operation, warehouse logistics, customer service, retail, and seasonal agritourism. No two days are exactly alike, and employees have the chance to develop a broad range of skills while working in a supportive, hands-on environment. As our farm and businesses continue to grow, we are looking for motivated people who enjoy meaningful work, take pride in agriculture, and want to be part of a dynamic team that helps feed and serve our local community.
*Seeking:Agricultural Production Associate/ Farm Hand (Equipment Operation & Livestock Care) *
*Location:* Trumansburg, New York
We are seeking a reliable, motivated individual to join our agricultural operation. This position involves a wide variety of hands-on work across multiple areas of farming and agricultural production. Ideal candidates enjoy physical work, learning new skills, and being part of a team-oriented farm environment.
*This is a full-time, year-round position. Work hours vary seasonally based on weather and production demands. *
*Job Description*
This position requires working in diverse aspects of farm and agricultural operations, including but not limited to:
* Hands-on physical farm labor
* Operation of large farm equipment
* Servicing, maintaining, and repairing equipment
* Animal handling and daily animal care
Work hours are *flexible and seasonal*, depending on weather and production demands. Expect a *minimum of 35–40 hours per week*, with the potential for *65+ hours during peak seasons*.
*Required Qualifications*
* Some experience or familiarity working in any of the following trades: agriculture, farming, livestock production, landscaping, construction, mechanical trades, or other physically demanding outdoor work.
* Large equipment operation experience
* Ability to lift *50+ lbs* regularly
* Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and long days during peak seasons
* Ambitious, self-motivated, and dependable
* Works well with others in a team environment
* Maintains a respectful and professional attitude toward coworkers and the public
* Ability and willingness to obtain a *CDL Class B within 6 months* (probationary period)
*Preferred (“Plus”) Qualifications*
* CDL (Class B or higher)
* Previous on-farm work experience
* Large animal handling experience
* Comfortable and fluent with modern technology (smartphones, tablets, basic farm software, etc.)
* Crop production/agronomy knowledge and experience
* Understanding of organic production
*Compensation*
Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.
Pay: $19.00 – $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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