Agricultural Equipment Operator
Employer
1826 Lee Center Rd
Amboy, IL 61310
United States
Job description
Operate or tend precision ag equipment used in agricultural production, such as tractors, floaters, and
sprayers to apply a wide range of products to aid in crop growth and weed and insect control according to the
recommended rates, procedures and following all pesticides labels. Mix or blend specified materials, liquid
chemicals, dump solutions, powders, agricultural lime and dry/liquid fertilizer into sprayer machinery
according to the recommended rates, procedures and following all pesticides labels. Load trucks, tanks, and
equipment with product and deliver as needed. Perform daily and preventative maintenance of equipment
and machinery or facilities may include checking fluids, cleaning, adjustments, and general maintenance or
service. Observe, listen, and clean receiving area and machinery to machinery operation to detect equipment
malfunctions. Drive pickup trucks to haul crops, supplies, tools, or farm workers. Load and unload crops,
grain, or containers of materials, manually or using conveyors, handtrucks, forklifts, or transfer augers. Load
hoppers, containers, or conveyors with products, using forklifts, transfer augers, or shovels. Attach farm
implements such as sprayers, fertilizer trailers and toolbars to tractors, using bolts and hand tools. Manipulate
controls to set, activate, and adjust mechanisms on machinery. Visually monitor product for irregularities and
notify supervisor of any discrepancies. Operate and monitor grain dryer as needed. Clean receiving area and
facility to ensure that equipment is in good working order. Follow all OSHA rules and Safety regulations. Must
hold and maintain, or have the ability obtain, all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses or
certifications per the Illinois Department of Agriculture. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Special Requirements
Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Applicators license will need to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Lift
and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Extensive sitting 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. Employer requires drug screen post hire at employers expense due to the liability of operating equipment. Employer
requires criminal background check post-hire at employers' expense due to the presence of children on the farm and expensive tools and
equipment. Failure to pass drug screen and/or criminal background check will result in termination of employment.