Lead, Farming

Wonderful Citrus•Hargill, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs functions necessary to ensure trees receive scheduled irrigation water with minimum level of supervision. Performs general labor as needed. Operates farm tractors. Supervises work as authorized by Farm Supervisor and performs some administrative tasks.

Requirements

Valid Drivers license
Ability to work alone without close supervision.
Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Be able to do continuous bending, stooping and walking on a daily basis.
If operating a company vehicle must possess a valid driver’s license.
Have adequate leadership and communication skills to direct, schedule and coordinate personnel and services.
18 Years or older

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Lead to schedule and coordinate work and personnel at direction of Farm Supervisor.
Assist with training in job responsibilities and safety procedures.
Lead Safety Moments during team meetings.
Effectively Communicate with co-leads and supervisors about changes in daily assignments.
Makes emergency daily assignment adjustments in the absence of the supervisor.
Comfortable working with digital systems, including inventory software and data entry tools.
Completes daily farming logs/records (spray, irrigation, fertilizer, bathroom, etc.).
Operate company vehicles for the transport of materials, supplies and any other company needs.
Controls over flow of water and distribution.
Repairs and does field level maintenance to irrigation system and equipment.
Communicates with Water District and other external departments if necessary.
Monitor team progress on daily assignments and report findings to supervisor.
Responsible to keep portable bathroom accessible to crew members.
Mark and report any pipeline or valve leaks and any unusual field or tree conditions.
Operate wheel tractors with various attachments.
Keep equipment clean and properly maintained for safe operation.
Perform other responsibilities related to farming or as directed by supervisor.