Agronomy Tech

Pillen Family Farms; Nebraska; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Pillen Family Farms in Nebraska seeks a dependable outdoor worker to join our family-owned farming operation. The role blends field tasks with operating a variety of equipment and providing services to nearby farms.

You will operate tractors, loaders, pivots, road graders, and other machinery, assist with shredding, spraying, composting, and basic repairs. Expect 50+ hours weekly with longer hours during pivot application season; strong organization and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• General electrical/mechanical knowledge preferred.
• Ability to walk and lift for extended periods.
• Long hours (50+ per week) with peak season increases.
• Organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Adhere to bio-security, safety, and animal welfare policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate farm machinery (tractors, loaders, graders, skid steers, excavators).
• Operate center pivots powered by diesel and electric pumps.
• Assist area farms with shredding, spraying, road grading, sewer line jetting.
• Assist with compost processing/spreading.
• Perform mechanical maintenance on farm equipment.

Skills

Driver's license

Mechanical knowledge

Physical stamina

Time management

Safety & biosecurity

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.