Ag Equipment Operator

Innovative Ag Services; Elkader (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Innovative Ag Services in Elkader, IA is seeking a capable individual to perform quality, safe, and efficient custom application of crop nutrients and protection products.

This full-time role requires a Class A CDL or the ability to obtain one, plus licensing for custom application. You will maintain equipment, document work performed, and support the distribution of farm supply products while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude to understand machines, hydraulics, and piping systems.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Basic math for calculations and measurements.
• Class A CDL or ability to obtain one.
• Custom applicator licensing or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Report to workplace at the specified time and notify supervisor if late.
• Maintain required licenses, physicals, and certifications.
• Perform professional custom application of crop nutrients and protection products.
• Submit required paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on equipment; document work.
• Transport commodities and farm supply products.
• Assist with distribution of farm products and grain when needed.
• Notify about shop tools, inventories, or replacement parts needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of shop and warehouse areas.
• Participate in safety and job-related training programs.
• Follow company safety and conduct policies.
• Create a positive, professional image to customers and community.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by location manager.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Math skills

CDL required

Licensing ability

Job description

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus Eligible**

Primary Objective

To provide quality, efficient, and safe custom application of crop nutrients and protection products. Also, provide safe and efficient transportation of commodities and farm supply products 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
• Transportation of commodities and farm supply products
• 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.
• 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.
• Class A CDL or ability to obtain
• Custom Applicator Licensing or ability to obtain.

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 Equipment may be required for some tasks.