Equipment Operator I, Farming Tractor
About The Position
Overview: Duties include the operation of farm equipment for fertilizing, spraying and other pest control activities. Must have experience operating tractor or large farm machinery, valid driver license, and ability to repair equipment, follow detailed instructions without close supervision, and ability to lift 80 lbs. Here’s what you’ll do: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Operate equipment to spray and otherwise apply chemicals to field. Drive tractor and use towed or self-propelled equipment to spray or otherwise apply chemicals. Perform field level routine maintenance. Sets up and attaches operational equipment. Adjusts equipment by setting speed, spacing, etc. Regulates flow through nozzles in sprayers. Drives, operates, adjusts, and handles equipment according to safe operating procedures. May perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
- Have experience operating tractor or large farm equipment safely.
- Mount and dismount equipment
- Lift and attach tractor implements weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Sit for long periods of time while twisting back to see the rear of the tractor.
- Operate equipment by releasing brake, shift gears, depress pedals, manipulate steering controls, read gages.
- Exposed to all weather conditions
Responsibilities
- Operate equipment to spray and otherwise apply chemicals to field.
- Drive tractor and use towed or self-propelled equipment to spray or otherwise apply chemicals.
- Perform field level routine maintenance.
- Sets up and attaches operational equipment.
- Adjusts equipment by setting speed, spacing, etc.
- Regulates flow through nozzles in sprayers.
- Drives, operates, adjusts, and handles equipment according to safe operating procedures.
- May perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
- Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program
- Paid sick, vacation and holiday time
- Wonderful Giving ( www.wonderfulgiving.com ) -- allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
