Ag Equipment Operator

Hirebridge; Cascade (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirebridge is seeking a focused, safety‑minded professional to apply crop nutrients and protectant products and to operate and maintain location equipment and facilities. You will report daily to the assigned workplace, maintain required licenses, and support distribution duties within the region.

The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude, ability to obtain a CDL, initiative, and strong communication, with responsibilities spanning maintenance, paperwork accuracy, and customer-facing

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude including basic understanding of mechanical systems and tools.
• Ability to obtain Class A CDL.
• Shows initiative, effort, and commitment to complete assignments efficiently.
• Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.
• Ability to organize, adapt to change, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Possess math skills for basic operations.

Responsibilities

• Report to assigned workplace at the specified time.
• Perform professional custom application of crop nutrients and protection products.
• Submit required paperwork timely and accurately.
• Repair and perform preventive maintenance on equipment; document work.
• Operate and maintain equipment and facilities within the region.
• Assist with distribution of farm supplies and grain when assigned.
• Notify supervisor of shop tools, inventories, or parts needed.
• Keep shop and warehouse areas clean and organized.
• Participate in safety and job-related training.
• Follow company safety and conduct policies.
• Represent the location professionally to customers and community.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

CDL Class A

Initiative

Written & verbal communication

Organization & multitasking

Mathematical skills

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: (See attached detail)

• 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: (See attached detail)

• 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.