Agricultural Equipment Operator

$18.87 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Agricultural Equipment Operator (Confidential)

Occupation:

Agricultural Equipment Operators

Location:

LE MARS, IA - 51031

Positions available: 7 Job #: 10705663

Source:

IowaWORKS

Posted:

01/02/2026

Updated:

01/02/2026

Expires:

07/27/2026

Web Site:

IowaWORKS Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Temporary, Full Time, Permanent Employment, Day Shift Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Experience 3 Month(s) DL Required Language English, Well Schedule Full Time Job Type Temporary Duration Permanent Employment Hours 48 Hours Per Week Shift Day Shift Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Perform duties on a farm for a farmer like: Drive/operate equipment such as GPS autosteer systems and skid-steer loader for liquid and dry manure management; attach implements; perform removal, pumping, application, and treatment of manure. Clear and maintain irrigation ditches. Clean and maintain yards, grounds, and facilities. Record information about liquid manure management. Repair, lubricate, and maintain equipment and pumps. May need to change oil, basic equipment disassembly and reassembly. Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Extensive sitting is required. Workers must have positive verifiable experience relevant to the job and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks. Workers must be able to speak English. Employees must adhere to strict biosecurity, company policies, and food safety guidelines, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Certain roles may require a valid drivers license within 30 days of hire and a clean driving record for operating company vehicles. Exceptional performance may be rewarded with additional compensation or benefits at the employers discretion. Workers must be responsible, follow instructions, and comply with attendance, punctuality, and work schedules, as repeated absenteeism, failure to meet job expectations, misconduct, insubordination, or violations of safety protocols may result in termination. The use of electronic devices during work hours is restricted to emergencies, and smoking, alcohol, and firearms are strictly prohibited in work areas and in employer-provided housing.

Dates of need:

March 8, 2026 to December 15, 2026 The employer will provide advance transportation that is reasonable and housing free of charge if the worker is unable to reasonably return to their residence at the end of the workday. Please visit or contact your local office for details and to review a copy of the ETA that outlines the work agreement for this H-2A job order.