Agricultural Equipment Operators

H2ajobs; McClusky (ND); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Transportation allowance

Job summary

H2ajobs in North Dakota is seeking a skilled farm laborer to operate modern John Deere and Case IH equipment, perform grain handling, storage, drying, and loading to grain elevators. You will work outdoors in varying weather and lift up to 50 pounds.

The role includes routine maintenance, equipment readiness for spring fieldwork, and seasonal support between harvest and planting. Employer-provided housing and meals, plus weekly town transportation, are offered.

Qualifications

• 3 months experience required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Knowledge of basic equipment maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain farm equipment.
• Handle grain storage, drying, and loading to grain elevators.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections.
• Assist with seasonal agricultural tasks and shop work.

Skills

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Operate agricultural machinery

Education

No formal education required

Tools

John Deere

Case IH

Job description

Operate modern John Deere and Case IH agricultural equipment used in grain farming operations. Perform grain handling activities, including storing, drying when required, and hauling grain from on farm storage to designated grain elevators using farm trucks and, when required, semi tractor trailers as part of normal agricultural operations. Conduct routine and preventative maintenance on agricultural equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation, including oil changes, tire repairs, machine preparation, light electrical repairs, and other general mechanical maintenance. Prepare, inspect, service, and maintain farm machinery for seasonal agricultural operations, ensuring equipment readiness before spring fieldwork. Assist with winter agricultural activities necessary to support the farm between harvest and planting seasons, including grain handling, equipment preparation, and shop work related to maintaining farm machinery. Safely operate agricultural equipment and vehicles in accordance with established farm safety practices. Perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 pounds, while working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Maintain agricultural equipment in good operating condition by identifying routine maintenance needs and completing repairs within the scope of normal farm operations. Duties are performed on a grain farming operation producing wheat, barley, canola, corn, soybeans, millet, and alfalfa and are essential to maintaining the operation and preparing for the upcoming planting season. 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 Level Pursuant 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.