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Agriculture & Natural Resources

Careers in this sector include farm and farm-related jobs as well as logging and forestry. These careers make up only 2% of employment in Vermont, but are some of the most available jobs in many rural areas. Wages range from below minimum wage for some entry level jobs to over $35 an hour for a skilled tractor or logging equipment mechanic.

Types of Classes Offered

  • Heavy Equipment Training
  • Diesel Technology
  • Game of Logging

Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians: $16-$36/hr

Tree Trimmers and Pruners: $15-$25/hr

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Upcoming Classes

Tractor Safety

Type of Class: in-person
This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.
Class Days: Varies,
Time:  Open Enrollment

Students will learn tractor safety protocols, tractor controls and operation, preventive maintenance and upkeep. Students will be able to practice driving and operating our John Deere and Kubota with hydrostatic …

Career Field: Agriculture & Natural Resources
Training Center: Hannaford Career Center