Farm Laborer/worker

Job description

On farms, the Crane Operator is responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move position, and reposition loads. The Operator will move materials to various locations in a safe and effective manner on Livestock confinements facilities. The Operator controls crane functions by depressing buttons and foot pedals as well as manipulating levers simultaneously. The Operator will be required to unload crane accessories, including but not limited to outrigger pads, chain fall, rigging gear, and safety devices from trailers or support vehicles as well as transport the crane to and from jobsites. The Operator will be required to perform daily safety checks to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition. Onsite at the farm, the crane operator may also be required to use a forklift and will follow related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies, and operating procedures. CDL Class A and crane certification are not required. The employer is willing to pay for these certifications for willing applicants. Three months of experience operating a telescopic truck-mounted crane. OSHA-approved rigging certification is a plus. Must be able to lift and carry 50lbs/75yds. Workers must be able to tolerate the strong smell of manure.

“On farms, measure and layout livestock building. Excavate footings and level the earth to grade specifications. Tie
rebar, position aluminum wall forms, and place concrete. Unload materials lay out lumber and steel, tin sheets, trusses, and other
components for building livestock confinement structures. Build and erect walls and trusses. Lift tin sheets to roof and sheet walls,
install doors, and caulk structure. Install and repair feeders, feed tanks and help assemble feed lines. Repair and install curtains and
gates. Clean up job sites. Occasional use of forklift upon employer provided certification.”

Special Requirements

In order to ensure safety on the job, the employer may conduct, at their expense, post-employment drug testing following any accident, reasonable suspicion, or random testing as needed and as legally permissible.