EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Company

ALLEN DENZER

Location Conrad, MT

Date Posted 09/20/2026

Description Total Workers 5 Temporary Fulltime position from 11/6/2026 to 1/5/2027 40 Hours/week The job duties requested are only performed during the winter months when equipment is removed from field operation and is no longer in use. During this off-season period, the primary responsibilities center around the winterization, inspection, maintenance, and repair of all farm equipment and vehicles including fixing and setup of equipment for cow handling and calving barns to ensure their longevity and readiness for the next operational season. Winterization duties include draining fluids such as fuel, oil, and coolant; adding fuel stabilizers; disconnecting or removing batteries; lubricating moving parts; sealing engine and cab openings to prevent rodent infestation; ing protective coatings to exposed metal surfaces to guard against corrosion; and conducting a general assessment to prepare equipment for long-term storage. In addition to winterization, the position requires post-and preseason inspections of all vehicles and machinery to evaluate wear and tear and identify any mechanical issues. The role involves dismantling defective machines; reassembling machines andponents; and testing the operation of critical systems such as hydraulics, drivetrains, and electricalponents. Tasks include testing and replacing electrical wiring and parts using test meters, soldering tools, and hand tools; replacing or repairing defective or worn parts; fabricating new metal parts when necessary; and patching or replacing bent or torn sheet metal. Additional responsibilities include cleaning equipment, parts, and tools; installing replacement parts; testing electrical circuits for safety and function; ing paint or protective coatings; inspecting equipment for structural defects or wear; and repairing or replacing mechanical and structuralponents. During periods of snow accumulation, the position includes snow removal responsibilities. This involves operating snow removal equipment to clear snow from driveways, access roads, and equipment paths. Sand or salt may be applied to maintain safe walking and driving conditions around work zones. Timely snow removal is essential to prevent disruption in daily operations. Daily duties may vary. The employer reserves the right to increase workers' pay or provide bonuses based on tenure, performance, or other factors that are solely based on the discretion of the employer. In view of the statutorily established basic function of the Employment Service (ES) as a no-fee labor exchange that is as a forum for bringing together employers and job seekers, neither the Employment and Training Administration (ETA) nor the State Workforce Agencies (SWA) are guarantors of the accuracy or truthfulness of information contained on job orders submitted by employers. Nor does any job order accepted or recruited upon by the ES constitute a contractual job offer to which the ETA or a SWA is in any way a party. Email alandenz1hotmail 2 Tel 406-868-8381