Equipment Operator II, Farming Truck

Wonderful Citrus•Edinburg, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview: Duties included operating trucks, mixing chemicals and fuel delivery for farm operations at Wonderful Citrus orchards. Other duties may be required to support spray operations. Must have experience operating farm water truck or other machinery. Must have ability to repair equipment, follow detailed instructions from Lead/Supervisor without close supervision. Must have ability to work with teams on other special projects as required.

Requirements

Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Have experience operating water truck or large farm equipment safely.
Lift and handle chemical bags up to 50 pounds.
Sit for long periods of time.
Operate equipment by releasing brake, shift gears, depress pedals, manipulate steering controls, read gauges.
The work environment involves working outdoors in hot and cold conditions.
Depending on business needs; weekends will be required.
Employees will be notified the day prior with any changes to the schedule.
18 years of age or older

Responsibilities

Operate trucks to support spray operation requirements.
Transport water to areas of operation to fill spray tanks.
Mix chemicals to support spray operation requirements.
Fuel Delivery to support field operations and irrigation equipment
Proper recording of deliveries and transportation
Sets up and attach equipment as required.
Monitor vehicle performance, fluid levels and mechanical fitness of equipment on daily basis.
Perform field level routine maintenance and safety checks on equipment.
Sets up and attach equipment as required.
Drive, operate, adjust farming equipment in accordance to safe operating procedures.
Perform other tasks as required by the business.