Ag Equipment Operator

Innovative Ag Services•Andrew, IA

About The Position

The Ag Equipment Operator provides quality, efficient, and safe custom application of crop nutrients and protection products. The position also operates and maintains location equipment and facilities for the benefit of IAS and its member owners. The role requires maintaining necessary licenses and physicals, completing application paperwork accurately and on time, and performing repairs and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment. The operator may also assist with distributing farm supply products and grain, keep work areas clean, participate in company training, follow safety and conduct policies, and maintain a professional image with customers and the community. Other duties may be assigned by the location manager.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude, including a basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and piping systems.
Knowledge of various machines and tools, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
Initiative, effort, and commitment to completing assignments efficiently.
Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in writing or orally.
Ability to organize, adapt to change, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
Basic math skills.
Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects weighing at least 50 pounds.
Flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with the body, arms, or legs.
Trunk strength and ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles repeatedly or continuously.
Ability to perform tasks involving repetitive motion.

Responsibilities

Report to the assigned workplace at the specified time and notify the supervisor of late arrivals or absences before the start time.
Maintain required licenses, physicals, and other qualifications needed to perform job requirements.
Professionally apply crop nutrients and protection products.
Submit required application paperwork accurately and on time.
Repair and perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment, and document all work performed.
Operate and maintain equipment and facilities within the region.
Assist with distribution of farm supply products and grain when assigned.
Notify the appropriate person of needed shop tools, supply inventory, or replacement parts.
Maintain cleanliness of shop and warehouse areas where working.
Participate in company-provided safety and job-related training programs.
Follow company safety and conduct policies and procedures.
Create a positive, professional image with customers and the community.
Accept and perform other duties assigned by the location manager.