Ag Equipment Operator

Innovative Ag Services•Elma, IA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ag Equipment Operator provides quality, efficient, and safe custom application of crop nutrients and protection products. This role is also responsible for operating and maintaining location equipment and facilities for the benefit of IAS and its member owners.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude including basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulics, and piping systems
Knowledge of various machines and tools including their design, use, repair, and maintenance
High level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently
Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form
Ability to organize, deal with change effectively, and work on multiple tasks concurrently
Possess math skills when performing basic operations
Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds
Flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs
Trunk strength and ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time
Some tasks involve repetitive motion

Responsibilities

Report to assigned workplace at time specified; report late arrivals or absences to supervisor prior to start time
Maintain required licenses, physicals, etc. necessary to perform job requirements
Professional custom application of crop nutrients and protection products
Submit required application paperwork timely and accurately
Repairs and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment; document all work performed
Operation and maintenance of equipment and facilities within the region
Assist with the distribution of farm supply products and grain when assigned
Notification of shop tools, inventories of supplies, or replacement parts needed
Maintain cleanliness of shop and warehouse areas in which you are working
Participate in safety and job related training programs provided by the company
Follow company policies and procedures regarding safety and conduct
Create a positive, professional image to customers and community
Accept and carry out other assigned duties given by location manager