Agricultural Equipment Operator
Employer
6075 110th Ave NW
Milan, MN 56262
United States
Job description
Job requires the operation of various farm equipment including, but not limited to, tractors and farm equipment to spread fertilizer and manure on fields. Equipment that workers may be required to operate includes, but is not limited to, tractors with various implements, manure spreaders, pay loaders, pressure washers, skid steers, and mowers. Non CDL farm trucks will be loaded with agricultural products and driven on the farm and to storage facilities. Job duties also include properly mixing fertilizer and manure slurry; loading fertilizer and slurry into spreaders; performing general maintenance, repairs and/or clean-up of all farm equipment; ensuring operational areas are organized and well maintained; using hand tools and equipment to repair, clean and maintain farm vehicles, machinery and specialized machinery and agricultural equipment; and regularly servicing and washing equipment. There are few typical days and workers may be required to change duties and/or locations often and engage in various general functions. Daily duties may vary depending on crop, weather, and field conditions. The employer reserves the right to increase workers' pay or provide bonuses based on tenure, performance, or other factors that are solely based on the discretion of the employer.
Special Requirements
Job requires having or being able to obtain a drivers license within 30 days of hire. Basic English literacy and math skills are required. Job will require periods when workers may be exposed to varying weather conditions and extensive pushing, pulling, sitting, or walking. Random criminal background checks may occur post-hire at the employers expense. These checks may be performed to ensure a safe housing and work environment for all workers.