Outdoor Farm Equipment Operator

supersod; Benton (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Flexible PTO

Health and wellness plans

Hourly Benefits Overview

Employee Marketplace

Employer-sponsored discounts

Health and Wellness programs

Employee Assistance programs

Job summary

Super-Sod is hiring for a Farm Labor/Machine Operator to support sod production and harvesting in Tennessee. The role involves operating mowers, forklifts, sprayers, and other harvesting tools, with duties including equipment inspections, maintenance, and assisting with construction and facility upkeep.

Work is outdoors in variable weather, requiring attention to safety, precision, and teamwork. Typical hours are full-time, with shift changes under the Farm Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience operating farm equipment such as tractors, forklifts, or mowers.
• Must be able to work in a safety aware environment.
• Bilingual skills are desired but not required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Pre-employment drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Operates various mechanical farming equipment used in agricultural production, such as mowers, forklifts, and sprayers as well as other manual harvesting equipment.
• Performs inspection and maintenance of equipment, vehicles, buildings, and facilities.
• Participates in construction/maintenance projects.
• May train new staff or act as lead worker.
• May keep records and prepare reports.
• Performs other related tasks related to agriculture harvesting as assigned by Farm Supervisor.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Bilingual (desired)

Job description

Super-Sod is hiring for a Farm Labor/Machine Operator to support sod production and harvesting in Tennessee. The role involves operating mowers, forklifts, sprayers, and other harvesting tools, with duties including equipment inspections, maintenance, and assisting with construction and facility upkeep.

Work is outdoors in variable weather, requiring attention to safety, precision, and teamwork. Typical hours are full-time, with shift changes under the Farm Manager.