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Lead Farmhand

Job in La Grange, Lenoir County, North Carolina, 28551, USA
Listing for: AgHires
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-16
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Agriculture / Farming, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 64000 USD Yearly USD 42000.00 64000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: La Grange

Yarborough Farm Management LLC
, a row crop operation based in La Grange, North Carolina
, is seeking a Lead Farmhand to join our team. We manage approximately 1,800 acres of corn, soybeans, cucumbers, and small grains. As a close-knit business, we offer a straightforward, supportive work environment where dependable employees are given responsibility, trusted to work independently, and valued for their skills and contributions.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Lead Farmhand to support our day-to-day row-crop farming operations. This position will operate a variety of agricultural equipment and help keep farm machinery maintained, repaired, and ready for use.

The ideal candidate is honest, mechanically capable, serious about their responsibilities, and genuinely wants to build a career working in agriculture. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, takes ownership of assigned tasks, and can work effectively without constant supervision.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate tractors, sprayers, harvesting equipment, and other farm machinery
  • Assist with planting, spraying, harvesting, and general crop-production activities
  • Inspect equipment and identify maintenance or repair needs
  • Perform routine maintenance and mechanical repairs on farm equipment
  • Help keep machinery dependable, safe, and ready for seasonal fieldwork
  • Operate tractor-trailers when needed
  • Complete assigned work safely, efficiently, and with attention to detail
  • Support other general farm duties as operational needs change throughout the season
Qualifications
  • Previous experience operating agricultural or heavy equipment
  • Farm equipment maintenance and repair experience
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshooting skills
  • Willingness and ability to drive tractor-trailers when needed
  • Ability to work independently and follow through on responsibilities
  • Honest, trustworthy, dependable, and committed to quality work
  • A genuine interest in farming and working in a hands‑on agricultural environment
What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation based on experience
  • Retirement benefit
  • A trusted, independent work environment
  • The opportunity to work with a growing farm that is investing in equipment and irrigation
  • A meaningful role in the success of a diversified crop operation
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