Agricultural Equipment Operator

Job description

Assist with daily farm functions including but not limited to the following: Operate various farm equipment (combines, tractors, trucks, etc.) for planting, spraying, cultivating, fertilizing, and harvesting of crops. Haul grain to elevator with semi-tractor and trailer. Load/unload trucks. May involve climbing ladders, grain bins etc. Maintain/repair machinery, i.e. weld, change fluids in equipment, rotate tires, clean grain bins, wash vehicles, change brakes, check tire pressure, general maintenance, etc. Ground maintenance on farm and/or housing, i.e. weed eating, mowing. Minor construction of farm structures. Maintain/clean shop area. Other miscellaneous duties assigned. This job involves manual labor, lifting, carrying, bending, and long days in the heat and cold. Rain days are typically spent in the shop repairing equipment and preparing for the next days’ work. Must communicate in English, follow instructions, and be physically capable of performing all job duties. Drive farm implements to plant and harvest crops.

30 min lunch break offered

Crops: durum, oats, lentils, peas, canola, flax, soybeans, and mustard

Special Requirements

Valid driver's license, CDL, clean MVR, employment reference