Relief Operator - Seasonal

Sugar-Cane-Growers-Cooperative-of-Florida; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is seeking a Relief Operator to cover harvest and tractor operator shifts. You will safely operate harvesters and tractors, load wagons alongside equipment, and navigate fields while following PPE and safety rules.

The role requires daily equipment inspections and compliance with safety procedures. Applicants should have a High school diploma or equivalent and ideally 1+ year of farm equipment experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer 1+ year of farm equipment operating experience.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate sugarcane harvester and tractors.
• Load wagons alongside harvesters and navigate fields.
• Perform safety inspections and utilize PPE.
• Maintain daily equipment checks.

Skills

Focused

Independent

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Relief Operator is responsible for relieving both harvest and tractor operators during sugarcane harvesting operations. This role ensures the safe and efficient handling of harvester and tractor equipment, including loading wagons, and navigating fields. The operator must adhere strictly to safety regulations and use personal protective equipment (PPE) properly. The role also includes conducting daily visual and mechanical inspections of equipment and performing other related tasks as needed.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Operates sugarcane harvester and tractors to perform tasks related to harvesting sugarcane.Proven capability to operate both harvesters and tractors efficiently and safely.Safely loading wagons alongside harvesters navigating fields.Skilled in maneuvering harvesters and tractors to ensure safety near canals, traffic, and co-workers.Adheres strictly to all safety rules, regulations, or procedures, including the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).Perform basic daily inspections on equipment, both visual and mechanical checks.Performs other related projects and assignments as business dictates.SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Ability to be focused and be attentive for long hours.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively with co-workers.Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.Good communication skills.Bilingual preferred (Spanish).EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.1+ year of farm equipment operating experience, preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Regular attendance is required during your scheduled shift, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.Must be able to work in hot, cold, wet, humid, dusty, and foggy working conditions depending on weather.Must be able to work in all positions (overhead, kneeling, reaching, crawling & working in small workspaces) & be able to lift up to 50 pounds.COMPANY VISION:SCGC’s vision is to deliver the greatest value to our member-growers and employees by being an industry leader in all we do. We are passionate about our vision, and we are looking for others that are equally as passionate.COMPANY DESCRIPTION:Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is made up of primarily family-owned grower-members who cultivate sugarcane on over 75,000 acres of land, mainly in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Cooperative oversees the mechanical harvesting, processing, and marketing of raw sugar, molasses, and other by-products. With a workforce of over 500 employees, SCGC plays a key role in the sugarcane industry. Learn more at scgc.org.Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.