Farm Equipment Operator
About The Position
As a Farm Equipment Operator, you will play a key role, and your main duties will include: Operating farm machinery and equipment and ensures maintenance. Tillage, plowing, and other activities to prepare the soil for planting. Spraying and/or fertilization of crops. Cleaning the fields/greenhouses. Distribution of materials. Regular lubrication and repair of farm machinery and equipment. Ensure farm machinery and equipment is kept clean, tidy and in good working conditions when not in operation. Ensure farm machinery and equipment is given regular/day-to-day maintenance checks. Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs. Prepare farm machinery spare parts inventory. Execution of other farming duties or crop care duties as required. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant training and experience.
- Thorough knowledge of processes in soil preparation and chemical applications.
- A thorough understanding of English, both verbal and written is required.
- The ability to work independently, plan and execute own activities.
- Functional guidance of less experienced Farm Equipment Operators and seasonal workers.
- Ability to learn the breeding administration software.
- Basic knowledge of MS Office applications.
- Schedule is Monday through Saturday, occasional Sundays.
- Work outside in different weather conditions.
- Travel within the USA (5-10%).
- Must be an eligible driver under our insurance policy.
Nice To Haves
- The ability to speak and understand Spanish is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Operating farm machinery and equipment and ensures maintenance.
- Tillage, plowing, and other activities to prepare the soil for planting.
- Spraying and/or fertilization of crops.
- Cleaning the fields/greenhouses.
- Distribution of materials.
- Regular lubrication and repair of farm machinery and equipment.
- Ensure farm machinery and equipment is kept clean, tidy and in good working conditions when not in operation.
- Ensure farm machinery and equipment is given regular/day-to-day maintenance checks.
- Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs.
- Prepare farm machinery spare parts inventory.
- Execution of other farming duties or crop care duties as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid personal time off and paid volunteer time off
- Monthly fitness reimbursement
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
