The Farm Laborer will be working in farm operations at Hōkūnui, including but not limited to forestry, fencing, animals and maintenance.
Pasture and Livestock Farm Labor Duties:
- Fencing:
- Ability to follow instructions and do the physical work of fencing installation including: pulling wire, digging holes, stretching long sections of wire fence, pounding posts and hanging gates.
- Comfortable working with electric fencing.
- Water:
- Basic plumbing knowledge with both installs and repairs.
- Ability to work with pipes and fittings, thread pipes, glue and fuser.
- Animals:
- Ability to assist with sheep and cattle animal care, as needed.
- Assist in slaughter/ cull if needed with Mobile Slaughter unit
- Farm Maintenance:
- Ability to run power tools, operate basic farm equipment such as:
chainsaws, mowers, weed whackers.
- General knowledge of vehicle maintenance and upkeep (fluid checks, tires, etc.)
- Some knowledge of tractors and heavy equipment
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to:
- Lift heavy items, 100 lbs.
- Work efficiently in harsh weather conditions.
Schedule:
- Must be punctual.
- Able to work weekends and holidays.
- Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
Team Skills:
- Must be willing to work cooperatively in a team.
- Must be be able to adapt to a dynamic working environment.
- Must be able to listen to instructions and follow directions.
- Understands and can operate within our company culture of: diversity, Inclusiveness, mutual respect and mature communication.
To fill out an application, download and fill out this app. You can either email application and resume to info@hokunui.com, or drop off in person at our office. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, arrest and court record or any other protected category recognized by Hawaii and federal laws.
