Ag Equipment Operator

Innovative Ag Services, Co.; Cascade (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Innovative Ag Services, Co. seeks a skilled agricultural applicator in Iowa to perform precise application of crop nutrients and protection products and to operate and maintain location equipment and facilities for the benefit of IAS and its member owners.

Responsibilities include following safety procedures, maintaining licenses, preparing paperwork, and presenting a positive, professional image to customers and the community.

Qualifications

• Must have Class A CDL.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in agricultural environments and handle equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional application of crop nutrients and protection products.
• Operate and maintain location equipment and facilities.
• Submit required paperwork timely and accurately.
• Maintain shop and warehouse cleanliness and safety.
• Represent IAS professionally to customers and community.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

CDL Class A

Initiative

Communication

Multitasking

Math

Job description

• $1,500 Sign-On Bonus Eligible**

Primary Objective:

To provide quality, efficient, and safe custom application of crop nutrients and protection products and to operate and maintain location equipment and facilities for the benefit of IAS and its member owners.

Major Accountabilities

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

Report to assigned workplace at time specified; report late arrivals or absences to supervisor prior to start time

• Maintain required licenses, physicals, etc. necessary to perform job requirements
• Professional custom application of crop nutrients and protection products
• Submit required application paperwork timely and accurately
• Repairs and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment; document all work performed
• Operation and maintenance of equipment and facilities within the region
• Assist with the distribution of farm supply products and grain when assigned
• Notification of shop tools, inventories of supplies, or replacement parts needed
• Maintain cleanliness of shop and warehouse areas in which you are working
• Participate in safety and job related training programs provided by the company
• Follow company policies and procedures regarding safety and conduct
• Create a positive, professional image to customers and community
• Accept and carry out other assigned duties given by location manager

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Mechanical aptitude including basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulics, and piping systems and knowledge of various machines and tools including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to obtain Class A CDL
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.
• Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.
• Ability to organize, deal with change effectively, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Possess math skills when performing basic operations.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

• Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds. Also flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Also trunk strength and ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time. Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
• Agricultural Environment - Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agriculture products.
• Personal Protective Equipmentmay be required for some tasks.