Farm Equipment Operator

Wilson Farm Inc; Litchfield (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Annual bonus

Employee discount 25%

Job summary

Wilson Farm, Inc. in Litchfield, NH seeks a full-time, year-round crew member for our 550-acre diversified vegetable and small fruit operation.

Responsibilities include cultivation, mechanical harvesting, irrigation setup, and equipment maintenance, with occasional supervision of crew during planting or harvesting. You should have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and comfort with farm equipment; a NH pesticide license may be required within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Previous agricultural experience preferred, but training may be provided.
• Comfortable working with and around farm equipment.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain NH Pesticide license within 6 months of hire.
• Valid US driver’s license with good driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate crops, perform mechanical harvesting, spray, and mowing.
• Set up irrigation (drip and overhead) and manage water delivery.
• Maintain farm equipment and perform routine upkeep.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Farm equipment operation

Valid US driver’s license

Education

High school education

Job description

Description

Wilson farm Inc of Litchfield, NH is seeking a full-time, year-round individual to join our agricultural team on a 550-acre diversified vegetable and small fruit farm.

Primary Responsibilities

• Cultivating, mechanical harvesting, Spraying, mowing
• Irrigation setup (drip and overhead)
• General maintenance of farm equipment
• Supervise a crew when planting or harvesting with a high level of detail and quality
• Load/unload trucks
• Help to keep records for food safety and detailed records of equipment maintenance

Experience/Qualifications Needed

• Previous agricultural experience highly preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Comfortable working with and around farm equipment
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic is a must
• Valid US drivers license and driving record in good standing
• Possess or be willing to obtain an NH Pesticide license within 6 months of hire
• High school education required

Work Schedule

Full-time averaging 60 hours/week during the growing season (April through October) and 40 hours a week during winter. The availability to work one weekend day per week during the growing season is a must.

Physical Requirements

• Riding farm equipment for prolonged periods of time; standing, bending, reaching, grabbing of tools; turning of wrists, hands and fingers
• Must be able to occasionally lift 40+ pounds
• Must be able to work outside under unfavorable weather conditions (high heat/Humidity, rain)

Benefits

• Competitive wages commensurate with experience. This position starts at $25.00/hour
• Health and Dental insurance with generous premium contribution by Wilson farm
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Annual bonus and a 25% employee discount

Wilson Farm, Inc. is an E/O/E