Potato Farm Equipment Operator

Folson Farms; East Grand Forks (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Inbound transportation covered

Daily subsistence stipend

Sick and safe time accrual

Contract guaranteed periods

Job summary

Folson Farms in East Grand Forks, MN is seeking workers to grow, package and ship red and gold potatoes. You will help with growing and production and operate large farm equipment, including tractors, trucks, skid loaders and forklifts, plus basic maintenance of machinery. Shifts are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

(44 hours/week) with optional Saturday 4 hours. Must be able to lift 50 lbs, communicate in English, and have a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Experience operating large farm equipment (tractors, trucks, skid loaders, forklifts).
• Some mechanical experience for repair and maintenance of farm machinery.
• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining farm equipment.

Responsibilities

• Grow, package and ship potatoes.
• Operate farm equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Clean and service farm machinery.
• Attend shift 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 44 hours/week with Saturday as needed.

Skills

Farm equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Tool handling

English communication

Education

No high school diploma or GED required

Tools

Forklift

Farm machinery tools

Job description

Folson Farms in East Grand Forks, MN is seeking workers to grow, package and ship red and gold potatoes. You will help with growing and production and operate large farm equipment, including tractors, trucks, skid loaders and forklifts, plus basic maintenance of machinery. Shifts are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

(44 hours/week) with optional Saturday 4 hours. Must be able to lift 50 lbs, communicate in English, and have a valid driver’s license.