Farm Worker
Employer
1230 Lake Jackson Rd
Glen Allan, MS 38744
United States
Job description
Job requires operating tractors, sprayers, and other farm equipment to till soil, plant, cultivate, irrigate, fertilize, and harvest crops; driving semi-trucks to transport grain to elevator or storage area; operating equipment for field maintenance; operating equipment for upkeep of the shop grounds such as mowers; and operating equipment at grain bin facility. Manual labor in the form of laying irrigation pipe, walking and puncturing the irrigation piping as required, performing maintenance on irrigation equipment such as irrigation motors, sweeping and upkeep of farm shop areas, performing miscellaneous maintenance and repair, and performing upkeep of areas around wells will be required. Must have or be able to obtain a driver’s license. 3 months of experience are required along with basic literacy and math skills. Increase or bonus may be possible depending on experience and merit.
Special Requirements
Workers must be capable of loading, lifting, and moving supplies. Working in and around the grain bin areas during the summer may subject the workers to extreme heat since they will have to be in and around the bins during 100 degree days. Operating machinery for multiple hours per day will require long periods of sitting. Maintenance on equipment may involve repetitive movements and stooping or bending over. Moderate cell phone use will be allowed while working.