Heavy Equipment Operator II

Summary:

The Heavy Equipment Operator II operates farm and heavy equipment to support planting, irrigation, harvesting, and general farm or ranch maintenance. The operator also helps maintain equipment, buildings, and grounds and follows all safety and pesticide rules.

Responsibilities:

Safely operate farm and heavy equipment such as tractors, planters, harvesters, sprayers, loaders, dozers, and irrigation systems. Operate equipment for crop production activities such as planting, cultivating, harvesting, and moving materials. Apply fertilizer, herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides using approved equipment while following label instructions and safety rules. Perform daily equipment inspections, basic maintenance, servicing, and minor repairs; report major issues to the mechanic or supervisor. Help prepare equipment for the season and assist with equipment rebuilds or overhauls as needed. Follow all safety rules, including lockout/tagout, emergency shutdown procedures, SDS requirements, and use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE). Keep simple records related to equipment maintenance, pesticide applications, or daily work performed. May perform irrigation work such as checking center pivots, cleaning nozzles, installing or repairing drip lines and valves, and setting up irrigation zones. May maintain farm facilities and grounds, including shops, fence lines, and work areas; perform basic carpentry, painting, and minor plumbing or electrical repairs. Perform other duties as assigned to support operations.

Other information:

High school diploma or GED required. 3 or more years of experience operating farm or heavy equipment in an agricultural setting. Ability to safely operate a variety of farm and heavy equipment. Basic mechanical skills for routine maintenance and minor repairs. Ability to understand pesticide labels, safety data sheets (SDS), and apply chemicals safely. Ability to use GPS guidance or precision ag equipment when needed. Basic math and good communication skills. Ability to work independently, follow instructions, and maintain professional conduct. Valid driver's license required. First Aid and CPR preferred. #ARI AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc. is not sponsoring visas at this time. AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage. Additionally, employees can contribute to an FSA, and to an employer matched 401(K). 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: www.agreserves.com/benefits . AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted.