Ag Equipment Operator

Job description

Performs duties like: drive and operate farm machinery to plant, spray, harvest and store grain crops. Attach farm implements, such as rock picker, disc, roller, augers and drill to tractor. Tow harvesting equipment. Drive and operate self-propelled combine. General lubrication, service (check fluids) and mechanical repair to farm machinery. Grain handling and water hauling . Mowing and upkeep of farm yards and bin sites. Drive grain trucks to transport crops to elevator or storage area.

Crops: Canola, Durum, Lentils, Peas

Equipment: John Deere 9560RT TractorJohn Deere 1835 Hoe DrillJohn Deere 1890 No-till DrillCase 4440 SprayerJohn Deere 6190R TractorJohn Deere 7800 TractorJohn Deere 7710 TractorJohn Deere S680 CombineSpray TrailerMultiple semi and tandem Axle trucks for grain handlingMultiple Augers for loading and unloading into binsGrain CartLand RollerDiskRock PickerFuel WagonMultiple Farm Trucks (Mainly Fords)Other equipment used in grain farming practices

Special Requirements

Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a drivers license within 30 days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds. Extensive pushing and pulling is required. Extensive sitting is required. Repetitive movements 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.