Assistant Farm Manager Jobs
Assistant Farm Manager jobs are open across crop production, livestock operations, and agribusiness, from entry-level to experienced hires, with specializations in irrigation management, herd health oversight, and sustainable agriculture practices. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Formal AU Title: Tech, Ag-Vet Med
- Provides routine animal care such as daily feeding, watering, cleaning/sanitation of stalls and barns, rotational grazing, monitoring health and safety of animals, and transportation of animals to the proper location.
- Performs general construction and maintenance of farm equipment, structures, and grounds, including, but not limited to, fences, stalls, barns, roads, ponds, farm buildings, and lawn/field care.
- Operates tractors or other specialized equipment to transport feed and waste.
- May need to operate a truck and trailer to assist with transporting animals.
- May handle pesticides, herbicides, and hazardous chemicals on a team or alone.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Level I: High school diploma or equivalent with no experience.
Level II: High school diploma or equivalent AND 1 year of experience in farming practices
Level III: High school diploma or equivalent AND 4 years of experience in farming practices.
Level IV: High school diploma or equivalent AND 6 years of experience in farming practices.
Substitutions Allowed for Experience
Degrees may be accepted in lieu of experience
Minimum License and Certifications:
- Valid in-state driver's license
None
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Formal AU Title: Tech, Ag-Vet Med
- Provides routine animal care such as daily feeding, watering, cleaning/sanitation of stalls and barns, rotational grazing, monitoring health and safety of animals, and transportation of animals to the proper location.
- Performs general construction and maintenance of farm equipment, structures, and grounds, including, but not limited to, fences, stalls, barns, roads, ponds, farm buildings, and lawn/field care.
- Operates tractors or other specialized equipment to transport feed and waste.
- May need to operate a truck and trailer to assist with transporting animals.
- May handle pesticides, herbicides, and hazardous chemicals on a team or alone.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Level I: High school diploma or equivalent with no experience.
Level II: High school diploma or equivalent AND 1 year of experience in farming practices
Level III: High school diploma or equivalent AND 4 years of experience in farming practices.
Level IV: High school diploma or equivalent AND 6 years of experience in farming practices.
Substitutions Allowed for Experience
Degrees may be accepted in lieu of experience
Minimum License and Certifications:
- Valid in-state driver's license
None
Why Work at Auburn:- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
- Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant farm manager jobs.
- Two or more years of hands-on farm or ranch operations experience
- Proficiency operating and maintaining tractors and farm equipment
- Knowledge of crop production cycles or livestock husbandry practices
- Valid driver's license, with CDL preferred for larger operations
- Experience with farm record-keeping and basic inventory management
- Pesticide applicator license or willingness to obtain certification
Tips for Your Assistant Farm Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to each operation type
Crop farms, dairies, and livestock ranches each look for different skills. Customize your resume to highlight the production system that matches each listing, whether that's row cropping, rotational grazing, or poultry management.
List your equipment certifications upfront
Employers scan for specific machinery experience fast. Put tractor models, irrigation systems, and any pesticide applicator or CDL certifications in a dedicated skills section near the top, not buried in job descriptions.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant farm manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show seasonal experience as year-round value
Many candidates undercut themselves by listing seasonal work as temporary. Reframe it around what you managed end-to-end, harvest coordination, labor scheduling, yield tracking, to show continuous agricultural responsibility across multiple cycles.
Prepare for practical scenario questions
Interviews often include situational prompts like handling an equipment breakdown during peak harvest or managing a sick animal outbreak. Prepare two or three real examples where you made a time-sensitive operational decision under pressure.
Negotiate relocation terms before accepting
Many assistant farm manager roles are on-site and may include housing. Clarify whether provided housing is part of compensation before comparing offers, since on-farm housing can significantly affect the real value of a package.
Assistant Farm Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant farm managers?
The companies hiring the most assistant farm managers right now include Driven Brands, Take 5 Oil Change, and Domino's, with the largest share of openings in Texas, North Carolina, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings are distributed across both large commercial agribusiness operations and mid-size family farms.
How many assistant farm manager jobs are remote?
About 0% of assistant farm manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require on-site presence for daily operations. Administrative or procurement-focused assistant manager positions are the most likely to allow any remote flexibility within the role.
How do you become an assistant farm manager?
Start by building hands-on experience in crop production, livestock care, or general farm operations, either through direct farm work, an agricultural internship, or a vocational program. A degree in agriculture, agribusiness, or a related field strengthens your candidacy, though employers weigh practical experience heavily. Getting certified in pesticide application or equipment operation adds measurable credibility when applying.
Can you get hired as an assistant farm manager with little experience?
Yes, some operations hire candidates with limited formal experience if they show strong physical capability, familiarity with farm equipment, and a willingness to learn specific production systems. Starting in a farm laborer or crew lead role on the same operation is a common path to an assistant manager promotion. Smaller family farms are generally more open to developing candidates on the job than large commercial producers.
What does the assistant farm manager interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen focused on your operations background and equipment experience, followed by an on-farm interview where you may walk the property and discuss current production challenges. Practical scenario questions about labor management, animal health, or crop timing are common. Some operations ask candidates to spend a half-day on-site before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to assistant farm manager jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant farm manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your production background and location preferences, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and goals.
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