agricultural equipment operators

Employees will operate large-scale, mechanized agricultural equipment in the production of small grains across approximately 5,500 acres during the peak farming season, which runs from February 28 through November 30. Job duties include soil preparation, seeding, chemical application, swathing, combining, and transporting grain. Tasks are time-sensitive and require familiarity with advanced farming techniques and equipment due to the large volume and tight schedules of field operations. Workers will assist in critical stages of the crop cycle including planting and harvest operations. This role requires skilled operators familiar with large-scale, mechanized equipment, and who can perform assigned tasks efficiently and safely in a fast-paced, seasonal farming environment. This position requires Skill Level II (Experienced). Workers must have previous experience in agricultural equipment operation on grain farms or similar settings, and be able to perform duties without direct supervision once trained on local procedures. This position does not include supervisory responsibilities and is limited to agricultural equipment operation and tasks related to crop production. Workers are not required to engage in duties outside the scope of these responsibilities. Employees may be required to perform routine maintenance on equipment as needed and assist with basic support tasks related to farming operations under the direction of management. All tasks will be performed in accordance with the requirements and assurances of the H-2A visa program. Wage offer for H-2A workers only is $17.71 per hour.