Agricultural Equipment Operator

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Perform the following primary duties on a farm for a farmer like: assist

with the installation and repair of agricultural irrigation systems on

farms. Assist with the installation and repair of feedlot/dairy, fresh

water and wastewater drainage systems including pumps, discharge piping,

underground piping and valving on farms. Effectively operate support

equipment such as backhoes, loaders, pump rigs, cranes, trucks on farms.

Secondary tasks performed on the farm for the farmer include: maintain

equipment and tools, maintain inventory, complete daily work

reports/data sheets, read and understand instructions/maps of worksites.

Package and load supplies, equipment and material onto semi. Ensure

safety of the crew, materials and equipment, compile vehicle inspection

reports and perform regular maintenance and repairs on equipment and

tools. Must be able to communicate with crew efficiently and

effectively. Employer requires drug screening post hire at employer\'s

expense due to liability of driving heavy equipment and trucks on public

roads. Failure to pass drug screening will result in termination of

employment. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent stooping.

OT/holiday is not mandatory. Repetitive movements. Must be able to lift

60 lbs. Minimum of (3) months experience required. No minimum education

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. Overtime (time and a half)

and per diem is offered.

Equipment: Loader / Backhoe; Skid Steer w/Attachments; Trencher; Truck

Mounted Pump Hoist; Straight Trucks; Semi Trucks w/Flatbed Trailer;

Crawler/Loader; F550 w/Crane

Crops: Agricultural Drainage

Housing is provided. Reimbursement for transportation and subsistence is

also offered. Transportation will be provided at no cost to workers,

from employer-provided housing and, if applicable, centralized pick-up

points to the places of employment at the beginning of each workday and

back at the end of each work day. Please contact employer for further

details.