Agricultural Equipment Operator
Employer
18 Davlin St
Hoven, SD 57450
United States
Job description
Work with many different types of farm machinery for loading, unloading and application of fertilizers.
Maintain and make minor repairs of the equipment. Mechanical skills and experience are required to
use equipment necessary to perform the tasks above. Perform routine mechanical repairs and
maintenance on farm equipment. Welding experience is preferred. Attach farm implements and
operate equipment such as forklifts, Bobcats, Skid steers and tractors. This position requires physical
coordination, decision-making ability, mechanical aptitude and driving skills. Ability to listen and follow
verbal directions is imperative. Working outdoors in all types of weather (extreme heat, cold, wind,
dust, rain and snow) is required. Crouching, bending, lifting and carrying items weighing up to 60
pounds is required. Employer provides (at no cost to the worker) all tools and equipment necessary to
perform job duties. A cell phone or two way radio will be provided (at no cost to the worker, excluding
long distance charges) for emergency and ranch communications. Duties to be completed on a
regular/daily basis include: a. Mechanics and upkeep of farm equipment b. Mechanics shop kept in
working order c. Preparing and storing equipment used. d. Communicate with employer using
business radio or cell phone. e. Duties as assigned daily. Long/odd hours with split shifts required
during harvest and seeding.
Special Requirements
Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of
hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures.
Extensive pushing and pulling is required. Extensive sitting is required. Extensive walking is required.
Frequent stooping is required. Wage rate may increase with verifiable experience. Employer may reward
exceptional work with monetary or other benefits in addition to those listed here in his sole discretion.