Agricultural Equipment Operator

Seasonal Farm Employee We need seasonal employees on our farm to assist in the growing, irrigation, and harvesting of hay using tractors and operating other farm equipment. Operating hay equipment for swathing, raking, and bailing hay. Employees will operate, maintain, repair, and service machinery as needed, will clean machinery, will do mechanical work, and will perform infield repairs. Employer may pay performance-based incentive bonuses at the end of the contract period at the employers discretion. Job requires extensive pushing, pulling, walking, repetitive movements, and exposure to extreme temperatures. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Employer will conduct post-hire drug testing at the employers expense to enforce a drug-free workplace. Failing a drug test will result in termination. Three (3) months experience in Agricultural Forage. Post-employment drug tests are paid for by employer when applicable. Workers may assist supervisors in communicating information regarding work duties and requirements and instructing other workers in and related work activities. Workers may serve as the lead worker in small crews. Workers will work on their feet in bent, stooped and crouched positions and on ladders up to ten (10) feet in height for long periods of time. Employees must be able to lift and carry materials or equipment with a weight of 50 pounds frequently throughout the workday. Work requires repetitive movements and extensive walking. Workers may be required to work during rain and weather conditions that are not severe enough to stop operations. Workers should be physically able to do the work required. Workers will be expected to work on days that are deemed workable by Employers management. Disciplinary action may be taken if worker does not show up for work due to stated conditions. Workers are expected to be at work on time every day work is available and to work the full workday as specified in this job order.