Ag. Equipment Operator

Job description

Performs duties like: drive and operate farm machinery to plant, cultivate, harvest and store crops. The workers will drive triaxle dump trucks and semi truck pulling 48 foot trailers. They will also operate tractors pulling rock pickers,land rollers, harrow grain cart and baler. Attach farm implements, such as plow, disc and drill to tractor. Till soil; plant and cultivate grain. Tow harvesting equipment. Drive and operate self-propelled combine. General lubrication, service (check fluids), and incidental repair to farm machinery. Drive trucks to transport crops to elevator or storage area. Will fix fence, build corrals.

Crop List: Beans, Canola, Corn, Dry Peas, Flax Seed, Hay, and Lentils.

Special Requirements

Extensive pushing, pulling, sitting and walking. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent stooping. Repetitive movements. Must be able to lift 60 lbs. Minimum of (3) months experience required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30-90 days of hire. No minimum education 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.