Agricultural Equipment Operators

H2ajobs; Devils Lake (ND); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Job summary

H2Ajobs in Devils Lake, ND is seeking workers for general farm labor in support of a grain operation. Duties include operating tractors and equipment for tillage and field prep, plus routine maintenance to keep machinery in safe working order.

You will haul grain from on-farm storage to the local grain elevator, assist with grain handling and storage, and perform general farm and shop maintenance. Winter duties include snow removal to ensure safe access.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months experience operating tractors and related farm equipment.
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Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and farm equipment for tillage and field preparation.
• Haul grain from on-farm storage to the grain elevator and assist with grain handling and storage.
• Perform general farm and shop maintenance as part of regular duties.
• Remove snow from farm access roads, yards, and equipment areas during winter.

Skills

Tractor operation experience

Agricultural field labor

Lift 50 pounds

Ability to work in extreme temps

Job description

The worker will perform general farm labor in support of a grain farming operation, including operating tractors and other farm equipment used for tillage, field preparation, and other agricultural equipment operation tasks. Duties include performing routine maintenance and servicing of tractors and farm equipment to keep machinery in safe working order and ready for use in daily farm operations. The worker will haul grain from on-farm storage to the local grain elevator and assist with grain handling and storage, including loading, unloading, and moving grain as part of the farm's post-harvest operations. General farm and shop maintenance is performed as part of the position's regular duties. The worker will also remove snow from farm access roads, yards, and equipment areas as needed to maintain safe access for equipment operation and grain hauling during the winter months. All duties are performed on the farm in direct support of the grain operation. A minimum of three months of prior agricultural experience operating tractors and related farm equipment is required to safely and competently perform the duties described above. 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: Employer-provided housing includes free and convenient kitchen facilities with appropriate equipment, appliances, cooking accessories, and dish-washing 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: 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: 3 months

Minimum of 3 months experience is required. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Wage rate may increase with verifiable experience. Employer may reward exceptional work with monetary or other benefits in addition to those listed here in his sole discretion. Operator License Class D Candidate will have 60 days to obtain. Skill Level II Experienced LevelPursuant to the Interim Final Rule (IFR) implementing the new four‑level wage system for H‑2A occupations, the employer designates this position as Skill Level II Experienced Level, indicating that the job requires prior related experience, independent judgment in performing recurring tasks, and the ability to work with limited supervision. The employer reserves the right to withhold the applicable housing deduction as permitted under program regulations, when approved and disclosed in the job order.