Agricultural Equipment Operator
Employer
12295 County Road 11
Dalhart, TX 79022
United States
Job description
Worker will be required to perform a variety of duties related to the production of wheat, corn, grain, hay and potatoes.
The majority of the work activities during the overall contract period, however, will be related to minor agricultural equipment maintenance and repairs; workers possessing the proper licensure may be asked to transport other farm workers.
The job duties of the Mechanical Assistant may include the following responsibilities: adjust, repair and service farm machinery such as wheel loaders, tractors, tillage implements, planting equipment, trucks, harvesting equipment, and other farm implements; notify shop supervisor when machinery malfunctions; perform minor mechanical adjustments, repairs, and lubrication on farm machinery; repair or replace defective parts using hand tools such as grinders, saws, drill presses, hand drills, pressure washers, painting tools, and tire repair tools; may assist in the repair of axles; replace and repair tarps; inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear and report findings to supervisor; perform general cleanup of shop areas, fields, crop storage, and farm areas; load and unload crops or containers of materials, manually or using conveyors, forklifts, or transfer augers; clean equipment; perform preventive maintenance on farm equipment; perform miscellaneous duties related to general farm work and general cleanup of farm property. Will use a computer to document notes and daily activities.
Special Requirements
Applicants must have 20 days experience with the applicable job duties and provide the contact information of at least one reference who can verify experience and performance. Applicants hired must be able to obtain a valid driver's license within 60 days of hire as driving on public roads may be required.