Agricultural Equipment Operator

Job description

Because of the growing season in Nebraska, extra help is needed for field preparation prior to the planting season to the end of the grain harvest. Organic production is more labor intensive than conventional crops. We need a seasonal employee to assist with all aspects of growing corn, rye, soybeans and alfalfa. Job duties will include: prepare fields for planting, attach farm implements such as plows, discs, sprayers, or harvesters to tractors, using bolts and hand tools, operate tractors, seed drills, irrigation equipment, operate other farm equipment, install, maintain and repair pivot irrigation systems, mix specified materials or chemicals, and dump solutions, powders, or seeds into machinery, observe and listen to machinery operation to detect equipment malfunctions, load crops and unload crops, record agricultural data, inspect, adjust, and complete routine maintenance and repairs on equipment. Employer may provide performance bonuses at the end of the contract at the employer’s discretion.

***Please note that for 2025 and all future applications our start date will be March 1 to cover the entire season starting with field prep and planting.

Special Requirements

Job requires exposure to extreme outdoor temperatures, extensive pushing or pulling, extensive sitting or walking, frequent stooping or bending over, repetitive movements. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must have a regular driver's license. Requires 3 months farm experience.