Ag Equipment Operator

Job description

Performs duties like: drive and operate farm machinery to plant, cultivate, harvest and store grain crops. 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 mechanical repair to farm machinery. Drive grain trucks to transport crops to elevator or storage area. Maintain pivot irrigation system.

Equipment: Grain farming - tractor, combine, sprayer, planter's and numerous tillage tools

Crops: Corn, Wheat, and Milo

Special Requirements

Employer requires drug screen post hire at employer's expense due to the liability of driving heavy trucks and equipment on public roads. Employer requires drug screen post hire at employer's expense due to the presence of children on the farm. Failure to pass drug screen and/or criminal background check will result in termination of employment. Extensive pushing, pulling, sitting and walking. Exposure to extreme temperatures. 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