Equipment Operator - Compost Attendant I (Entry Level)

Kreher Family Farms; Village of Wolcott (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurances

401K eligibility after 1 year

Paid Time Off

Employee Referral Program

Free farm-fresh eggs each week

Job summary

Kreher Family Farms in Wolcott, NY is seeking an Equipment Operator/Compost Attendant I. This entry-level role trains you to operate and maintain composting equipment, including skid steers and pay loaders, under direct supervision.

You will learn the Kreher compost and fertilizer operations, with a focus on safe, efficient processing of manure into compost and basic preventative maintenance. Full-time, on-site, $22–$24 hourly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating heavy equipment (Payloader, Skid Steer, dump truck) preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and initiative.
• Ability to work independently.
• Class B Driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and become familiar with Kreher compost and fertilizer facilities, machinery, and equipment.
• Operate and clean composting equipment under direct supervision.
• Assist with keeping equipment in top condition through cleaning and basic preventative maintenance.
• Learn to fix compost machinery and operate a skid steer and payloader under supervision.
• Work with Compost Attendant II and Team Leader to grow skills in operation and safety.

Skills

Equipment operation

Payloader operation

Skid steer operation

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Class B driver's license (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Skid steer

Payloader

Compost machinery

Basic maintenance

Job description

Kreher Family Farms in Wolcott, NY is seeking an Equipment Operator/Compost Attendant I. This entry-level role trains you to operate and maintain composting equipment, including skid steers and pay loaders, under direct supervision.

You will learn the Kreher compost and fertilizer operations, with a focus on safe, efficient processing of manure into compost and basic preventative maintenance. Full-time, on-site, $22–$24 hourly.