Assistant Farm Manager in Blackfoot, ID

Job Description

Ward Farms is searching for a good Assistant Farm Manager who will assist in all day-to-day crop production, feedlot and ranch operations for producer.

Owner would like to find person who can help operate and run this operation with and without supervision of owner.

Benefits: Nice 4 Bedroom Home, 1900 sq ft, paid utilities + Paid Vacation + Work Vehicle

QUALIFICATIONS:

– Solid crop production background with soil knowledge and some precision ag experience
– Experience in all phases of crop production, from plant through harvest
– Really prefer candidate who’s been in a lead position on a farm
– Prefer minimum 4-5 years of experience as a crew supervisor
– Solid communication skills and the know how to lead people
– Require a self-starter as owner won’t always be around, yet be able to take direction
– Prefer candidate to have chemical application knowledge and certification
– CDL preferred or obtain within the first year of employment

· Person needs to have a good attitude and be a good communicator with the owner and other crew members.

· Prefer prior experience in leadership and ability to understand the owner’s vision and execute the plan.

· Communicate with owner on daily basis.

· Agronomy/crop science/soil science background needed as this position will develop crop plans, do soil prep, planting, spraying and assist with harvesting.

· Decent mechanic skills preferred to help maintain equipment. Role is required to assist other employees who run the cattle side of the operation.

· Good crop production equipment and feedlot and facilities have been and will continue to be upgraded.

· The farm is in a good location for family and schools, which makes this a good opportunity for a long-term position.

· Advancement opportunity for an individual that goes above and beyond in work ethic and ability to get the job done.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Work Location: In person