Seasonal Farm Equipment Operator & General Laborer

Gorrill Ranch; Durham (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gorrill Ranch in Durham, CA seeks a General Farm Laborer and Equipment Operator to support field prep, harvesting, fertilizing and spraying rice and orchard crops with various equipment. This role requires driving and controlling farm machinery to till soil, plant, cultivate and harvest, plus manual tasks like pruning and irrigation repairs.

You will maintain tractors and implements, keep maintenance logs, and be prepared for long hours during planting and harvest seasons.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid, current driver's license.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Must be organized and know how to maintain equipment.
• Excellent manual dexterity for detailed tasks.

Responsibilities

• Physical labor including pruning, weeding, digging in the dirt with tools, and repairing irrigation lines/boxes.
• Operation of farm machinery.
• Long hours during planting and harvesting.
• Assist with tillage during spring work and after harvest.
• Perform equipment cleaning, maintenance and repairs.
• Keep accurate logs of all maintenance and repairs completed.
• Assist with other general labor tasks as needed.
• Operate tractors and backhoes when necessary to complete tasks.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Self-motivated

Strong teamwork

Organized

Manual dexterity

Job description

The Gorrill Ranch in Durham, CA seeks a General Farm Laborer and Equipment Operator to support field prep, harvesting, fertilizing and spraying rice and orchard crops with various equipment. This role requires driving and controlling farm machinery to till soil, plant, cultivate and harvest, plus manual tasks like pruning and irrigation repairs.

You will maintain tractors and implements, keep maintenance logs, and be prepared for long hours during planting and harvest seasons.