Farm Logistics Specialist: Versatile Operations & Transport

Wysocki Family Farms; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensatory time

Bonus program

Health, dental, and vision insurance

FSA with employer contributions

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Short-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wysocki Family Farms in Santa Cruz, CA seeks a Logistics Associate to support the logistics manager and keep materials, equipment and crops moving efficiently. The role includes operating bulk trucks, assisting with planting, spraying, harvesting, storage, and general farm operations, adapting to seasonal needs.

You will work with the farm operations team, perform basic mechanical tasks, deliver supplies to field locations, and help with planter setup, loading, and equipment transport.

Qualifications

• Previous agricultural experience preferred.
• Semi-truck driving experience preferred; CDL is a plus but not required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and extended shifts during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Tend and support sprayer operations, ensuring timely delivery of materials and assistance as needed.
• Operate and drive bulk trucks to transport agricultural products and other materials.
• Assist with potato handling operations, including scooping, loading, and transporting potatoes.
• Operate tractors and agricultural equipment for routine tasks such as mowing ditches and other field support activities.
• Deliver fertilizer and supplies to field locations in support of crop production activities.
• Perform basic mechanical work and assist with equipment maintenance and repairs in the shop as needed.
• Deliver dehy loads via trucks and semis.
• Perform bin cleaning, washing, and general facility maintenance as needed.
• Tend and support planting operations, including assisting with planter setup and operation.
• Assist with loading, hauling, and transporting equipment between locations.
• Work collaboratively with the farm operations team to support planting, harvest, storage, and other seasonal activities.

Skills

Agricultural experience

Semi-truck driving experience

Flexibility with hours including Week-

Job description

Wysocki Family Farms in Santa Cruz, CA seeks a Logistics Associate to support the logistics manager and keep materials, equipment and crops moving efficiently. The role includes operating bulk trucks, assisting with planting, spraying, harvesting, storage, and general farm operations, adapting to seasonal needs.

You will work with the farm operations team, perform basic mechanical tasks, deliver supplies to field locations, and help with planter setup, loading, and equipment transport.