Seasonal Farm Equipment Operator — GPS & Tech-Driven

CSS Farms, Inc.; Dalhart (TX); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CSS Farms, a multi-state agricultural business, is seeking Seasonal Equipment Operators at its Dalhart, Texas location to operate and maintain farm equipment.

Candidates should have 2+ years experience with tractors and related machinery, read instructions, keep accurate records, and be willing to work weekends/holidays. Wage will be based on experience; CSS Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating and maintaining farm equipment.
• Great problem-solving skills and a desire to be in a self-directed role.
• Ability to read and comprehend written and/or oral instructions.
• Ability to maintain accurate, complete, and timely records.
• Willingness to work extended hours including weekends and holidays as required by seasonal nature of the business
• Demonstrated strong work-ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills
• Previous experience working with potatoes and irrigated crops is a plus
• Class A CDL
• Proficient bilingual, written and verbal, in Spanish and English is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and light equipment including tractors, trucks, pickups, skid steers, loaders, and other equipment.
• Optimize practices and utilize GPS and precision ag technology.
• Perform preventive maintenance as recommended by company and manufacturers.
• Keep accurate, complete, and timely records of repair work performed.
• Maintain work area, chemical storage area, and equipment with safe practices.
• Use and maintain all personal protective equipment for each task.
• Interact professionally with landowners and staff.
• Take on additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Farm equipment operation

CDL Class A

Bilingual Spanish/English

Problem solving

Reading and following instructions

Record keeping

Tools

GPS technology

Precision agriculture equipment

Job description

CSS Farms, a multi-state agricultural business, strives to provide innovative solutions and superior quality and service to our customers. We proudly and relentlessly continue to meet the highest standards of stewardship when it comes to the three things we value most: our land, our employees, and our communities.

We are a team-oriented company with a high trust, entrepreneurial culture. We value our employees’ opinions, we have a strong work ethic, and are focused on growing great vegetables and developing our operations profitably. People who are most successful at CSS Farms are energetic, self-directed, and pragmatic.

Summary

CSS Farms is currently taking applications for Seasonal Equipment Operators at our Dalhart, TX location. These positions are responsible for skillfully operating and maintaining farm equipment.

Responsibilities

In this position you will:

• Operate heavy and light equipment including but not limited to tractors, trucks, pickups, skid steers, loaders, and other equipment as needed
• Optimize practices and utilize the latest ag technology such as GPS and precision ag equipment
• Preform preventive maintenance as recommended by company and related manufacturers
• Keep accurate, complete, and timely records of repair work performed
• Maintain work area, chemical storage area, and equipment in a condition that promotes good safety practices
• Use and maintain all personal protection equipment recommended for each work situation
• Exercise respect and professionalism when working with landowners and other staff
• Take on other tasks and responsibilities as needed

Physical Demands

• Walking and working outdoors in the elements
• Ability to bend, squat, twist, and crouch to achieve angle and positions required to perform various repairs
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Driving between farm sites to move supplies
• Regularly handling objects of up to 65 lbs.

Desired Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience operating and maintaining farm equipment
• Great problem-solving skills and a desire to be in a self-directed role
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and/or oral instructions
• Ability to maintain accurate, complete, and timely records
• Willingness to work extended hours including weekends and holidays as required by seasonal nature of the business
• Demonstrated strong work-ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills
• Previous experience working with potatoes and irrigated crops is a plus
• Class A CDL
• Proficient bilingual, written and verbal, in Spanish and English is preferred but not required

Work Authorization

• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire

Compensation and Benefits

Wage will be based on experience.

CSS Farms is an EOE.

CSS Farms expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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