Ag. Equipment Operator

Innovative Ag Services; Waukon (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Innovative Ag Services in Waukon, IA is seeking a dedicated individual to provide quality, safe, and efficient custom application of crop nutrients and protection products. You will operate and maintain location equipment and facilities, ensuring reliability for IAS and its member owners.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, CDL class A with HAZMAT endorsements, and the ability to work independently while following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work with precision.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional custom application of crop nutrients and protection products.
• Operate and maintain location equipment and facilities.
• Support distribution of farm supplies and grain as assigned.
• Maintain shop and warehouse cleanliness; document work performed.
• Participate in safety and job-related training.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Tools

Class A CDL

HAZMAT endorsement

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.

• Possess or have the ability to obtain Class A CDL with Airbrake, Tanker, and HAZMAT endorsements.


• 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.