Agricultural Equipment Operator

H2ajobs; Woodworth (ND); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Transportation provided

Job summary

H2ajobs in North Dakota seeks a farm worker to operate tractors and assist with winter grain farming on a diverse grain farm producing corn, pinto beans, soybeans and wheat.

Work includes maintenance, hauling grain, storage bin upkeep, and snow removal to keep access safe. Housing and meals are provided; a valid driver's license and ability to lift 50 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• 3 months of experience operating agricultural equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must obtain a driver's license within 30–60 days.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors to support seasonal farming operations.
• Perform routine maintenance and upkeep of farm equipment.
• Inspect and maintain grain storage bins and monitor grain quality.
• Haul grain to elevators and transport seed and materials as needed.
• Handle general farm and building maintenance, snow removal.

Skills

Equipment operation

Driver's license

General farm duties

Job description

The worker will perform agricultural equipment operation and winter grain farming activities on a grain farm producing corn, pinto beans, soybeans, and wheat. Duties include operating tractors in support of seasonal farming operations, performing routine maintenance and upkeep of agricultural equipment, inspecting, monitoring, and maintaining grain storage bins, and maintaining grain quality during the winter season. The worker will haul grain from the farm to grain elevators and transport seed and other farm related materials as needed. Additional duties include general farm maintenance, building maintenance, equipment cleaning, and snow removal necessary to maintain safe access to agricultural work areas, farm roads, equipment, and grain storage facilities. The worker will perform day to day farming operations throughout the contract period. The position requires previous experience operating agricultural equipment and performing general farm duties. Work is performed outdoors and indoors under varying weather conditions typical of winter agricultural operations and may vary based on weather, crop conditions, and operational demands. Employees will be provided with adequate breaks, including meal and rest periods, consistent with applicable Federal, State, and local law, during the course of each workday.

Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)

Meals: The employer will furnish free and convenient cooking and kitchen facilities so workers may prepare their own meals. Employer will provide (on a voluntary basis) transportation to assure workers access to stores where they can purchase groceries.

Transport: The employer will provide advance transportation for a reasonable (most economical) common carrier or other transportation which conforms tot he Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) for inbound transportation (if it is the prevailing practice). If not the prevailing practice, the employer will reimburse the worker for the transportation costs and subsistence to the employer's work site when the worker completes 50% of the work period.

Experience wanted: 3 months

Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30-60 days of hire. Minimum of 3 months experience is required. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures.