Agricultural Worker

H2ajobs; Town of Colfax (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Job summary

H2ajobs in Wisconsin is seeking a farm laborer to operate planters, air seeders, sprayers, and combines to plant, cultivate, harvest and store grain, bean and corn crops. You will attach implements to tractors, till soil, apply fertilizer, and handle chemicals while performing routine maintenance on equipment.

Schedule may vary and can include weekends, evenings, or overtime during peak periods. Employer-provided housing and fully furnished meals are provided; transportation details are outlined

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months of experience.
• Lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate farm machinery to plant, cultivate, harvest and store grain, bean and corn crops.
• Attach farm implements to tractors, till soil, apply fertilizer and spread chemicals.
• Maintain and repair farm equipment and perform shop tasks as needed.
• Load/unload grain bins, handle loading operations, and assist with general farm tasks.
• Schedule may vary and may include weekends, evenings or overtime during peak periods.

Job description

Performs duties like: drive and operate farm machinery such as planters, air seeders, sprayers, and combines to plant, cultivate, harvest and store grain, bean and corn crops. Attach farm implements, such as plow, disc and drill to tractor. Till soil; plant and cultivate. Rock roll, tillage, rock pick, spread fertilizer, handle chemicals, and harrow. Tow harvesting equipment. Fill and transport water. ATV, UTV, and skid steer use. Weed control by chemicals. Drive and operate self-propelled combine. General lubrication, service (check fluids), pressure wash, and mechanical repair to farm machinery. Yard maintenance such as mowing, weed eating, fencing and clean up. Shop maintenance such as clean up, carpentry work on houses/garages and barns. Service, maintain and clean farming equipment. Load/Unload grain bins and cover/uncover bunker silos. Any other tasks that may need to be completed on the farm. Schedule may vary depending on crop and field conditions. Work may include weekends, evenings, or overtime as necessary during peak periods. The employer will provide notice of schedule changes as far in advance as possible.

Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)

Meals: Fully furnished kitchen provided. Workers will have access to grocery stores at least once per week.

Transport: See addendum C

Experience wanted: 3 months

Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Employer guarantees to pay at least the AEWR listed above but reserves the right to pay more based on tenure with the company, experience, skill, performance, attendance, and other factors. Driver's license in 30 days. No smoking in equipment, vehicles, fields or housing units. Drinking of alcoholic beverages is prohibited during working hours and otherwise discouraged.