Environmental Crew Lead (Beardstown, IL)

The Maschhoffs; Carlyle (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or HDHP health plan

Dental coverage options

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO and STI

Job summary

The Maschhoffs is seeking an Environmental Crew Lead in Beardstown, IL to coach technicians and oversee manure application equipment across the operating geography. The role emphasizes safety, calibration, and regulatory compliance with state and federal standards.

You will work with farm managers to maintain irrigation and application equipment, troubleshoot pivot systems, and ensure accurate record-keeping while operating heavy machinery as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum education as stated; related field preferred.
• Experience in agriculture or environmental roles with equipment.
• CDL and welding certifications preferred or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train Environmental Operations Technicians.
• Operate and maintain manure application equipment and keep records.
• Enforce safety and environmental policies and standards.
• Coordinate with farm managers for seamless operations.
• Support irrigation equipment maintenance and emergency programs.
• Diagnose equipment and pivot issues; assist with row crop operations.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Records management

Independence with teamwork

Manure application knowledge

GPS/computer software

Pivot irrigation systems

Safety and environmental policies

Heavy equipment operation

Welding (HDG/steel)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Major: Agriculture or Environmental

Tools

CDL

Welding certification

GPS

Pivot irrigation systems

Job description

Environmental Crew Lead (Beardstown, IL)

Requisition Number: ENVIR004844

• Posted : August 21, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Carlyle, IL 62231, USA

Description

Duties & Functions:

• Assist Environmental leadership with day-to-day coaching and training of Environmental Operations Technicians.
• Operate and maintain equipment related to manure application across the operating geography including responsibility for manure application, maintaining records and ensuring proper calibration of application equipment.
• Abide by and ensure all technicians adhere to policies governing safety and environment.
• Ensure all management practices are consistent with commonly accepted standards for state and local agencies.
• Performs work in a manner compliant with local, state, and Federal standards and regulations and in adherence to Company standards and safety Non-Negotiables.
• Provide irrigation help, operation and maintenance and evaluate future pumping equipment requirements, upgrades or replacements
• Collaborate and closely align with farm managers and staff to ensure a seamless working relationship.
• Assist with farm and application equipment maintenance program and participate in Emergency Response and Environmental Safety programs.
• Diagnose and provide plausible solutions for electrical, equipment, pivot operations, and other facility challenges that arise throughout the company owned/leased facilities.
• Mowing, weed eating and spraying as well as equipment operator for row crop operations

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred

Major(s): Agriculture, Environmental or related field

Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years of experience in agriculture or related field; 1 year operating and maintaining environmental equipment including dragline and pivot irrigation systems;

License or Certification: Preferred CDL and welding certification or ability to obtain

Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Manure application and transfer systems
• Computer systems, agricultural software and GPS
• Working knowledge of application equipment including pivot systems
• Environmental and safety policies

Skill in:

• Verbal and written communication
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely records
• Work independently while functioning in a team-oriented environment

Ability to:

• Operate heavy equipment for extended periods
• Welding for Steel and HDP preferred

Physical Demands
Climbing: Less than 20%
Crawling/Stooping: Less than 20%
Hearing: 41% - 70%
Heavy Lifting: 20% - 40% Up to 60 Lbs
Manual Dexterity: Over 70%
Pushing/Pulling: Less than 20%
Speaking: 41% - 70%
Standing: 41% - 70%
Visual: Over 70%
Walking: 20% - 40%

Targeted pay range of $24-$28 USD hourly depending on experience and qualifications.

The Maschhoffs offersfull-time regular employeesa comprehensive benefits package including:

• Your choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) plan.
• Two options for dental coverage, both of which cover three main types of expenses and cover preventative care at 100%.
• Complimentary Basic Life Insurance as well as voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance policies.
• Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage, at no cost to the employee.
• A traditional pre-tax 401(k) plan as well as a Roth 40(k) plan. The Company matches the first 4% of employee contributions, which is immediately vested.
• A generous paid time off program, including a life event day and volunteer day each year for full time employees.
• Participation in a Company Short Term Incentive Plan (STI) where payments are dependent upon several company factors/metrics.

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