Farm & Agricultural Aviation Operations Technician

Farm & Agricultural Aviation Operations Technician (2 Positions Open)

Location:

Central Missouri Status:

Full-Time, Year-Round Hiring:

ASAP We are a long-established agricultural operation (25 years in business) seeking two dependable, hands-on employees to work across row-crop farming and agricultural aviation support . This role combines farm work with seasonal helicopter spraying operations during the summer. This is a great opportunity for someone who likes long days, real responsibility, and learning multiple sides of the ag industry. Job Overview This position is split between: Farm operations (year-round) Agricultural aviation support (seasonal - July & August) The aviation side is intense and fast-paced, while the farm side provides steady, full-year employment.

Aviation / Helicopter

Application Duties (Summer - July & August) Load and stage spray trucks Mix and handle agricultural chemicals safely and accurately Support helicopter spray operations Coordinate logistics between trucks, pilots, and customers Assist with customer scheduling and job planning Help build and manage customer accounts Long days (daylight to dark) for approximately 60 days straight Production-based work paid per acre

Note:

This portion is physically demanding and best suited for someone comfortable with long summer hours. Farm Duties (Year-Round) Operate farm equipment (planters, combines, tractors, etc.) Run semi trucks and haul grain General farm labor and daily operations Light mechanical work and equipment maintenance Problem-solving and adapting based on skillset Help where needed — this is a "do-what-it-takes" farm role Ideal Candidate Skill Set We're flexible on background, but bullet points matter — the more you can do, the better: Farm equipment operator CDL or experience running semi trucks (preferred, not required) Comfortable with math, measurements, and chemical mixing Mechanical aptitude (light mechanic work) Dependable, self-motivated, and willing to learn Able to work long hours during peak seasons Prior ag or aviation support experience is a plus, but not required If you're an operator with mechanical skills and can do basic math, we can teach the rest . Pay & Benefits Aviation Side (July-August): Production pay (per acre) Typically $35,000-$45,000 for ~2 months Farm Side (Year-Round): Hourly pay: $22.50-$32.50/hour , based on experience

Realistic First-Year Earnings:

$70,000-$120,000 , depending on hours and involvement

Long-Term Incentives:

After 1 year: bonus structure Long-term employees may receive 1% of gross farm revenue Typically around $35,000 annually Paid at employee's discretion Designed to keep you invested in the business Additional Details No relocation assistance, but relocation is welcome Must be legally able to work in the U.S. Drug-free workplace Hiring immediately How to Apply Please include: A brief work history Bullet points of what you can do (equipment, trucks, mechanics, etc.) Any relevant licenses or certifications If you're looking for a long-term ag career with strong earning potential and real responsibility, we'd like to talk. Please submit a resume for consideration. Only those qualified applicants with a provided resume will be contacted. If you would like to learn more about Ag opportunities, contact Krista Preston with gpac at krista.preston@gogpac.com or call 913-318-5762.