Agricultural Equipment Operators (45-2091.00)
Employer
26° 40' 43.788",-80 37' 27.012"
Belle Glade, FL 33430
United States
Job description
Outdoor work is required when plants are wet, or during light rain, snow, moderate winds, direct sun, high humidity, and extreme temperatures. Temperatures in fields during working hours may vary. Workers may be required to work during occasional showers not severe enough to stop field operations. Allergies to ragweed, goldenrod, honeybees, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, or related chemicals may affect a worker’s ability to perform the job. Work is done outdoors for long periods of time and requires prolonged periods of standing and/or walking, repetitive movements, and frequent bending and/or stooping. Workers must be able to handle, lift, and carry heavy or bulky objects (product, containers) in accordance with the specified lifting requirements. Employers require all newly hired employees to take and pass an employer-paid drug test before starting work. Drug test not required for prospective applicants prior to hiring decision. All testing is conducted uniformly after an initial job offer has been extended and accepted by the new hire. Workers testing positive will be immediately terminated and paid for all hours worked between the first date of employment and the date of termination, if any. In the case of a non-local or foreign worker who is terminated for failure to pass a drug test, the employer will arrange least-cost transportation to the worker's place of recruitment, at the worker's expense. The employer will also test at random for both drugs and alcohol. Workers with a clean driving record (no major moving violations such as but not limited to Driving While Intoxicated or Reckless Driving) and able to obtain an insurable driver's license may drive company vehicles. Workers with appropriate licenses and a valid doctor's certificate may transport other workers. Supervisor(s) will provide instructions and directions to workers. Workers must be able to comprehend and follow instructions and communicate effectively to supervisors. Unusual, complex, or non-routine activities will be supervised. Workers expected to perform basic duties in a proficient manner without close supervision. sanitation Requirements: For food and general personal safety purposes, all workers will be required and expected to always follow common sanitary practices. This is particularly critical when hand harvesting crops for human consumption. Employees are required to cleanse their hands by washing them thoroughly with soap and water after using the bathroom, before entering the fields for harvest activities or the packing facility for packing operations and after meal breaks. Workers may not leave trash or other discarded items in work areas or vehicles but must dispose of such items in provided receptacles. Workers will report to work at the designated time and place as directed by the grower each day. Normal work time is 7:00am to 5:00pm, however this will vary according to crop and weather conditions. Workers may be requested to work 12+ hours any given day, however they will not be required to do so. Workers may be required to work at night during certain times of the season. If a worker is offered and agrees to work more than the scheduled hours during the workweek, then they must still report to work on their scheduled days. Arrangements must be made in advance and approved by the owner or supervisor. Choosing to work longer hours during the week does not exclude you from working each scheduled workday. Not reporting for work on your scheduled workday will be counted as an unexcused absence.
Special Requirements
All applicants must have at least 3 months experience operating agricultural farm equipment. Applicants must be able to furnish affirmative job references from recent employers. Applicants must have a valid drivers licenses or be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire. Must be physically able to meet and perform all job specifications stated in job order. Must be able to work in the hot humid weather for extended periods of time. Workers are subject to random drug and alcohol testing at no cost to the employee. All drug and alcohol testing will occur after the worker begins his or her employment and is not a part of the interview process. Failing or refusing a drug test will result in immediate termination.