Agricultural Equipment Operators
Employer
69331 Klinger Lake Road
Sturgis, MI 49091
United States
Job description
The job specifications involve skilled farm labor for the purpose of preparing for and performing duties of potato harvesting.
Conducts pre-operation inspections and performs basic service/maintenance tasks
Operate potato harvesting equipment, including tractors, harvesters, wind rowers, crop carts, pilers, forklifts, bobcat and washline equipment
Handle potatoes in a manner so they are not damaged
Removal and clean up of harvest debris
Perform routine and basic repair work on farm equipment in field
Calibrate equipment as necessary
Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures
Perform general farm work as needed
Full time supervision is provided and all tools are provided at no cost. Workers must be able to sit for prolonged
periods of time and work in extreme temperatures. Lifting objects up to 50 lbs., bending, twisting, and stooping
regularly will be required.
Special Requirements
Job qualifications for the position include experience operating a bobcat, forklift, tractors, washline equipment, and other general agriculture equipment. Experience working with potatoes. Repetitive movements, extensive pushing and pulling, extensive walking, standing, bending and stooping will be required. Work may be required outdoors when temperatures can vary from very hot to very cold, and potentially wet conditions.
Due to the complexity of the weather, harvesting and worksite conditions, and the condition of the crop, workers may be requested to work long days, Saturdays and Sundays, or Federal Holidays. Therefore, hours above 40 hours per week may be offered as voluntary, but are not guaranteed.