Responsibilities:
1. Operate a variety of farm equipment with a high degree of proficiency.
2. Perform service and care of equipment as required.
3. Support various assignments and tasks with a high degree of quality and efficiency.
4. Help maintain the appearance of the overall property including shop areas and fence lines.
5. Partner with the Field mechanic on rebuilding equipment.
6. Champion a safety culture by keeping current with all safety devices and emergency shutdown procedures and attending all trainings; verify all devices are functioning at all times including lockout-tagout procedures.
7. Become familiar with MSDS sheets, pesticide labels and application notification procedures and champion the use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
8. Cross train in other tasks to be able to step in as needed during planting and harvest, to help meet production daily goals.
Qualifications:
9. Minimum 1 year demonstrated experience in operating farm equipment.
10. Valid driver's license.
11. First Aid and CPR certified or ability to obtain these certifications within expected timeframe.
12. Trade school or other relevant education and certifications desired.
13. Demonstrated display of high integrity and honesty.
14. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
15. Proficiency with basic math skills: addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.
16. Meet the physical requirements of the role which includes occasional lifting up to 70 pounds, bending, kneeling, and twisting throughout work period. Occasional long-term standing, sitting, and walking during work.
AgReserves participates in a pension program that includes a company match. Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit-sharing bonus. For more detailed information please visit our benefits site: https://www.agreserves.com/benefits/.