Farmhand/Equipment Operator

Express Employment Professionals of NW Arkansas and the River Valley; Arkansas; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals of NW Arkansas and the River Valley is seeking a Farmhand/Equipment Operator to support daily farm operations. The role involves operating tractors, tillers, harvesters, sprayers, and irrigation systems to keep crops healthy and soil conditions optimal.

Responsibilities include soil preparation, routine equipment maintenance, and cooperating with a small crew or working independently in a physically active environment throughout the year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating tractors and farm machinery is preferred.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and soil preparation techniques.
• Basic maintenance skills for machinery.
• Strong awareness of safety protocols.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors, tillers, harvesters, sprayers, and irrigation equipment safely and efficiently.
• Manage irrigation systems to maintain healthy crops.
• Prepare soil through tilling, planting, and other necessary tasks.
• Perform routine maintenance on farming equipment to ensure proper functionality.
• Support overall farm operations by collaborating with team members or working independently.
• Engage in moderate lifting and walking as part of daily activities.

Skills

Tractor operation

Machinery experience

Irrigation knowledge

Soil preparation

Maintenance basics

Safety awareness

Independent/teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Irrigation systems

Basic maintenance tools

Job description

Job Description

The Farmhand/Equipment Operator plays a crucial role in the daily operations of the farm, managing various farming equipment and ensuring optimal soil and crop conditions through consistent maintenance and irrigation management. This role requires reliable operation of tractors, tillers, harvesters, sprayers, and irrigation systems as part of a small crew or independently, with a steady level of physical activity throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors, tillers, harvesters, sprayers, and irrigation equipment safely and efficiently
• Manage irrigation systems to maintain healthy crops
• Prepare soil through tilling, planting, and other necessary tasks
• Perform routine maintenance on farming equipment to ensure proper functionality
• Support overall farm operations by collaborating with team members or working independently
• Engage in moderate lifting and walking as part of daily activities

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Experience operating tractors and other farm machinery
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and soil preparation techniques
• Basic maintenance skills for machinery
• Strong awareness of safety protocols
• Ability to work well independently and within a team