Ag Equipment Operator

H2ajobs; Harrisburg (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-provided housing

Meals provided

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking an on-site livestock feeder and caregiver to manage daily feed tasks, inspect animals, and maintain equipment at our Arkansas facility.

The role requires basic English, physical fitness for demanding tasks, and a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Housing and meals are provided by the employer.

Qualifications

• Experience requirement: 1 month.
• Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire.
• Able to perform physically demanding tasks in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Order, retrieve and prepare feed; deliver to livestock facilities.
• Check, clean and maintain feed and water equipment regularly.
• Inspect livestock for illnesses; separate sick animals when needed.
• Move and transport cattle to pastures and markets as required.
• Follow biosecurity and food safety guidelines at all times.

Skills

Speak English

Driver's license

Job description

Order feed, Retrieve feed from storage, Prepare feed and mix in additives, Deliver feed to livestock facilities, Give feed to livestock, Check feed equipment, Clean/maintain feed equipment, Place mineral blocks, Inspect water sources/equipment, Break/melt/remove ice from water, Clean/maintain/repair water systems, Give water to livestock, Inspect livestock for illnesses and injuries, Separate sick livestock from the herd, Move sick/injured livestock to treatment area, Monitor livestock temperatures, Brand livestock, Castrate livestock, Weigh livestock, Spray livestock with insecticide, Remove dead livestock, Prepare dead livestock for burial, Bury dead livestock, Receive new livestock, Vaccinate/treat new livestock, Brand new livestock, Clean the receiving area, Maintain livestock equipment, Transport cattle to pastures, Construct fencing for livestock, Maintain windbreaks/fencing, Prepare livestock for market. Drive to town to pick up cattle supplies.

Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)

Meals: Employer-provided housing includes free and convenient kitchen facilities with appropriate equipment, appliances, cooking accessories, and dishwashing facilities for meal preparation. For workers residing in employer-provided housing, employer also provides free transportation once per week to/from closest town or city for personal errands (e.g., groceries, banking services).

Transport: The employer will permit workers to select any means of transportation they choose and provide reimbursement upon arrival at the farm for all inbound and outbound transportation at no less than the most economical and reasonable common carrier transportation charges for the distance involved. This may include plane, train, bus, or automobile.

Experience wanted: 1 months

Minimum of 1 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Extensive pushing and pulling is required. Extensive sitting is required. Extensive walking is required. Frequent stooping is required. Repetitive movements is required. Workers must have positive verifiable experience relevant to the job and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks. Workers must be able to speak English. Employees must adhere to strict biosecurity, company policies, and food safety guidelines, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Certain roles may require a valid drivers license within 30 days of hire and a clean driving record for operating company vehicles. Exceptional performance may be rewarded with additional compensation or benefits at the employers discretion.