Agronomy Tech

Pillen Family Farms; Bucktail (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pillen Family Farms in Nebraska is seeking an independent, outdoors-oriented individual to join our farming team. The role involves operating farm machinery such as tractors and payloaders, and running center pivots fed by diesel and electric pumps.

You will also assist with shredding, spraying, road grading, sewer line jetting, compost processing, and mechanical maintenance. Expect 50+ hours per week, with longer hours during pivot application season.

Qualifications

• Must be able to walk and lift as required.
• Experience with operating farm machinery is a plus.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a farm environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate farm machinery (tractors, payloaders, road graders, skid steers, excavators, etc).
• Operate center pivots fed by diesel and electric pumps.
• Assist with shredding, spraying, road grading, sewer line jetting, compost processing/spreading.
• Perform mechanical maintenance of farm machinery.

Skills

Outdoor work

Valid driver's license

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Job description

Pillen Family Farms is a family owned business located in Nebraska. We market approximately 2 million pigs annually. As a family-owned and family-focused farming operation, great care goes into everything we do. From family members to team members, to even our pigs we believe in treating others with respect and as part of our family.

Job Description:

• An independent person who enjoys the outdoors will appreciate the variety of tasks and responsibilities required with this position.
• Operating farm machinery (tractors, payloaders, road graders, skid steers, excavators, etc).
• Operating center pivots that are fed by diesel and electric pumps.
• Position will also require assistance with the following services to our area farms:
  • Shredding
  • Spraying
  • Road grading
  • Sewer line jetting
  • Compost processing/spreading
  • Mechanical maintenance of farm machinery

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license.
• General electrical/mechanical knowledge preferred.
• Job requires a fair amount of walking and lifting at times.
• 50+ hours a week with longer hours during pivot application season.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Comply with all bio-security, safety, and animal welfare policies.