Ag Worker, All Other
Employer
15328 Hwy 17 N.
McCrory, AR 72101
United States
Job description
*** Workers will assist with two main tasks: to support the drilling of new farm irrigation wells,
along with maintenance and repair of established farm irrigation wells. In preparation, workers
will start each day at the farm shop loading necessary equipment and supplies onto their trucks
for travel to predetermined farms in the local and surrounding counties. During drilling aspect of
this job workers will: travel to farmer's drill site, unload equipment, set up the drilling equipment,
haul water in a 4000 gallon tank to well site, connect drill pipe while drilling is in progress,
remove drill pipe, install well casing and disassemble drilling equipment. When working on
irrigation well, maintenance and repair portion of job, the employees will: inspect gear heads
and change their oil, check for pump vibration and cavitation, remove pipe and pumps from
wells, transport and install irrigation pipes, pumps motors, and whatever else is mechanically
required so that the farmer can get water to his/her crops. Experience with water well drilling
equipment, such as winches and pump hoists, heavy farm equipment such as backhoes and
tractors, and hand tools, e.g.. air wrenches, cutting torches and welders, is useful. Clear brush
and weeds by mower, weed eater, or sling-blade to access all pumps and wells, as well as
company owned property. Maintenance and repair of all company owned mechanical
equipment. All tools, equipment and supplies will be provided by employer at no cost.
Special Requirements
Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30
days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme
temperatures. Extensive pushing and pulling 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.