Illinois Farm Jobs

Search Illinois Farm Jobs opportunities in Illinois. Connect with specialized agricultural roles in Chicago, Aurora, Rockford, Joliet, Naperville and rural communities. Illinois's diverse agricultural landscape includes corn and soybean farming, hog production, and dairy farming, creating niche opportunities for skilled professionals.
Specialized agricultural positions in Illinois span from traditional farming to modern agribusiness. The state's corn, soybeans, wheat, hay, and oats production and hogs, cattle, and dairy cows operations require workers with specific skills and experience, offering rewarding career paths for dedicated professionals.

Quick Facts about Illinois Agriculture Jobs

  • Average Salary Range: $35,000-$50,000
  • Major Cities: Chicago, Aurora, Rockford, Joliet, Naperville
  • Primary Crops: corn, soybeans, wheat, hay, and oats
  • Livestock Focus: hogs, cattle, and dairy cows
  1. Type
    Full Time
    Job

    Farm Employee

    Ben Moye Farm

    We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking Farm Employee to join our farm. This role is essential for maintaining the productivity and efficiency of our...

    Location
    Ridgway, IL
    Date Posted
    21 May 2025
  2. Type
    Full Time
    Job

    Farm Technician in Wyanet, IL

    Buysse Custom/ KAT Agribox

    We are a family owned and operated Farming/Ag Business . Overview: We are seeking an individual for a multi faceted Farming/Agricultural based business. Experience: –...

    Location
    Wyanet, IL
    Date Posted
    27 Dec 2024
  3. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Farm Hand in Maroa, IL

    Zelhart Farms

    Full job description Zelhart Farms is a family farm based out of Maroa, IL with a major focus on growing corn and soybeans. We are...

    Location
    Maroa, IL
    Date Posted
    4 Nov 2024
  4. Type
    Full Time
    Job

    Commodity Broker in Boca Raton, FL and Woodridge, IL

    Roach Ag

    About us: Roach Ag. Marketing is an independent, full-service brokerage and commodity advisory firm founded in 1978. Roach Ag. spent its first 21 years in...

    Location
    Woodridge, IL or Boca Raton, FL
    Date Posted
    2 Aug 2024
  5. Type
    Full Time
    Job

    Large Grain Farm Trucking in Saint Jacob, IL

    Michael Farms

    Full job description Help wanted for large grain farm. Must be able to operate large machinery and drive semis. Willing to work long hours. Home...

    Location
    Saint Jacob, IL
    Date Posted
    29 Jul 2024
  6. Type
    Full Time
    Job

    Crop Specialist in Tremont, IL

    Ag-Land FS, Inc.

    Crop Specialist – Ag-Land FS, Inc. – Tremont, IL The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It’s the people...

    Location
    Tremont, IL
    Date Posted
    10 Jul 2024
  7. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Farm Hand in Newton, IL

    Michl Farms INC

    Job description About us Michl Farms INC is a small business in Newton, IL. We are professional and agile. Our work environment includes: Growth opportunities...

    Location
    Newton, IL
    Date Posted
    24 Apr 2024
  8. Type
    Full Time
    Job

    Farm Equipment Operator in Atlanta, IL

    Birddog

    Farm Equipment Operator We are looking for an individual that has experience operating Heavy Equipment, the farm supplier has various types of Farm Equipment some...

    Location
    Atlanta, IL
    Date Posted
    12 Mar 2024
  9. Type
    Full Time
    Job

    Seasonal Agronomy Operator in Galva, IL

    River Valley Cooperative

    As a Seasonal Operator, you will be responsible providing quality products and services in the operations that will assist member owners of River Valley Cooperative...

    Location
    Galva, IL 61434
    Date Posted
    23 Feb 2024
  10. Type
    Full Time
    Job

    Grain Farm Employee in Carbondale, IL

    Mark Arbeiter Farms

    Local grain farm is seeking a dependable, self motivated individual, with a strong work ethic to help with day to day operations on a large...

    Location
    Carbondale, IL
    Date Posted
    16 Feb 2024
  11. Type
    Full Time
    Job

    Farm Manager in Strawn, IL

    Select Genetics

    This position is responsible for breeding turkeys. Select Genetics presents a solid platform to serve customers nationally and internationally by providing quality poults, service, and...

    Location
    Strawn, IL 61775
    Date Posted
    5 Jan 2024
  12. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Crop Production Specialist in Harvard, IL

    Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc.

    Job description Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI) is an independent company delivering the leading research, product development, licensing, and production for the seed industry’s sweet...

    Location
    Harvard, IL 60033
    Date Posted
    16 Nov 2023
  13. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Horse Farm Worker in Grayslake, IL

    E. Holland Stables

    Job description Responsibilities: – Hard worker, early riser, horse lover is a must! *** possible free housing after 6 months of quality work – English...

    Location
    Grayslake, IL
    Date Posted
    6 Nov 2023
  14. Type
    Seasonal
    Job

    Precision Farming Specialist in Gibson City, IL 60936

    Birkeys Farm Store

    POSITION SUMMARY: Provide technical and sales support to Birkeys employees and customers regarding technologies of the present and future such as: combine yield monitors &...

    Location
    Gibson City, IL 60936
    Date Posted
    22 Oct 2023
  15. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Grain Origination Specialist in Gibson City, IL

    Cargill

    Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill’s global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible...

    Location
    Gibson City, IL
    Date Posted
    18 Oct 2023
  16. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Area Hog Buyer (Hybrid Opportunity) in Monmouth, IL 61462

    Smithfield Foods

    Job Locations: US-IL-Monmouth Your Opportunity: The Area Hog Buyer procures livestock from existing suppliers, prepares schedules and deliveries for the plant, reports purchases, identifies new...

    Location
    Monmouth, IL 61462
    Date Posted
    18 Oct 2023
  17. Type
    Seasonal
    Job

    Farm Hand/Equipment Operator in Freeport, IL

    Agricruit, LLC

    Position: Farm Hand/Equipment Operator Why Should You Apply? Great work culture and friendly work environment. Operate brand new and well-maintained machinery. We are a fast-growing,...

    Location
    Freeport, IL
    Date Posted
    15 Oct 2023
  18. Type
    Seasonal
    Job

    Farm Hand/Equipment Operator in Hybrid remote in Lanark, IL 61046

    Jason Beyers
    Location
    Hybrid remote in Lanark, IL 61046
    Date Posted
    13 Oct 2023
  19. Type
    Seasonal
    Job

    Assistant Professor (Precision Agriculture) in Carbondale, IL

    Southern Illinois University Carbondale

    Job Details Title: Assistant Professor (Precision Agriculture) Deadline to Apply: 12/01/2023 Application Deadline: by close of business (4:30 p.m.) Job Category: Faculty Department: School of...

    Location
    Carbondale, IL
    Date Posted
    13 Oct 2023
  20. Type
    Seasonal
    Job

    Farm Museum Program Assistant in Bensenville, IL 60106

    Bensenville Park District

    The Museum Program Assistant is responsible for assisting with, and leading classes, programs, and tours. May also assist with daily museum operation tasks, customer service...

    Location
    Bensenville, IL 60106
    Date Posted
    11 Oct 2023
  21. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Agriculture Research Asst in Princeton, IL 61356

    iScientia

    Job Description: A Temporary Research Worker position provides support to the day-to-day activities of a field research program. The Temporary Research Worker will be expected...

    Location
    Princeton, IL 61356
    Date Posted
    11 Oct 2023
  22. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Farm Operator in Paris, IL 61944

    Illini FS

    Farm Operator – Illini FS – Paris, IL Illini FS is headquartered in Urbana, Illinois with branches in five eastern Illinois counties. Illini FS has...

    Location
    Paris, IL 61944
    Date Posted
    5 Oct 2023
  23. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Research Technical Specialist, iSEE in Champaign, IL

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, OVCRI

    Research Technical Specialist – Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Environment (ISEE) Closes on October 16 Apply at https://go.illinois.edu/ResTechSpecialist-ISEE Job Summary Conduct research on soil and...

    Location
    Champaign, IL
    Date Posted
    5 Oct 2023
  24. Type
    Seasonal
    Job

    Urban Agriculture Program Manager in Chicago, IL 60619  (Grand Crossing area)

    Gary Comer Youth Center

    Position Title: Urban Agriculture Program Manager Dept & Initiative: Urban Ag Department 11 Reports to: Urban Agriculture Director Status: Full Time Salaried Permanent Schedule: M-F...

    Location
    Chicago, IL 60619  (Grand Crossing area)
    Date Posted
    5 Oct 2023
  25. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Farm Hand/Equipment Operator in Arcola, IL

    Agricruit
    Location
    Arcola, IL
    Date Posted
    5 Oct 2023
  26. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Crop Specialist in Vandalia, IL 62471

    South Central FS, Inc.

    Crop Specialist – South Central FS, Inc. – Vandalia, IL The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It’s the...

    Location
    Vandalia, IL 62471
    Date Posted
    5 Oct 2023
  27. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Crop Advisor (Illinois) in Remote in Boise, ID 83702

    Simplot

    The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a...

    Location
    Remote in Boise, ID 83702
    Date Posted
    1 Oct 2023
  28. Type
    Seasonal
    Job

    Harvest Market Hiring Manager in Springfield, IL 62704

    Harvest Market
    Location
    Springfield, IL 62704
    Date Posted
    1 Oct 2023
  29. Type
    Seasonal
    Job

    Farm Equipment Operator in Atwood, IL

    Agricruit, LLC

    Position: Farm Equipment Operator Benefits: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life insurance 401k Retirement Plan and Company Match Paid Time Off Holiday Pay Cell...

    Location
    Atwood, IL
    Date Posted
    29 Sep 2023
  30. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Seed Technician – Manito, IL in Illiopolis, IL

    Bayer

    At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ‘Health for all Hunger for none’ is no...

    Location
    Illiopolis, IL
    Date Posted
    29 Sep 2023
  31. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Agricultural Soil Sampler in DeKalb, IL

    Rock River Laboratory

    Soil Sampling Key Responsibilities · Basic maintenance of sampling equipment – including truck, trailer, ATV, automatic soil sampler · Driving to various farms county/multi-county area...

    Location
    DeKalb, IL
    Date Posted
    29 Sep 2023
  32. Type
    Seasonal
    Job

    Farm Mechanic in Collinsville, IL

    Keller Farms
    Location
    Collinsville, IL
    Date Posted
    26 Sep 2023
  33. Type
    Seasonal
    Job

    Farm Equipment Operator in Dwight, IL

    Agricruit, LLC

    Position: Farm Equipment Operator Benefits: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life insurance 401k Retirement Plan and Company Match Paid Time Off Holiday Pay Cell...

    Location
    Dwight, IL
    Date Posted
    26 Sep 2023
  34. Type
    Seasonal
    Job

    Milker/Farm Hand in Chadwick, IL 61014

    Scidmore Dairy, LLC

    Job Description: Scidmore Dairy, LLC is a family dairy farm milking about 320 cows and is looking to fill milker positions. As an important team...

    Location
    Chadwick, IL 61014
    Date Posted
    26 Sep 2023
  35. Type
    Part Time
    Job

    Farm Technician in Benton, IL 62812

    Perdue Farms

    Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into it’s second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the...

    Location
    Benton, IL 62812
    Date Posted
    26 Sep 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What salary can I expect for Illinois Farm Jobs in Illinois?

Salaries typically range from $35,000-$50,000 depending on experience, with seasonal bonuses often available during peak periods.

What crops are grown in Illinois?

Illinois agricultural operations focus primarily on corn, soybeans, wheat, hay, and oats, creating diverse opportunities for workers with different interests and skill sets.

What benefits do agricultural employers typically offer?

Common benefits include competitive hourly wages, overtime pay, housing assistance, health insurance, equipment training, and opportunities for advancement. Many employers also provide tools, safety equipment, and transportation.

What are typical working hours in agriculture?

Agricultural work often follows seasonal patterns with longer hours during planting and harvest seasons. Many positions offer flexible scheduling, and seasonal work can provide opportunities for higher earnings during peak periods.

Are there opportunities for livestock work in Illinois?

Yes, Illinois has significant hogs, cattle, and dairy cows operations that provide steady employment opportunities for workers interested in animal husbandry and livestock management.

Have more questions? Contact employers directly through their job listings for specific details about positions and requirements.