Field Machine Operator Beagle Technology, Inc - 4.0 Santa Maria, CA Job Details Full-time $33 - $38 an hour 9 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Customer communication Teamwork Outdoor work experience Attention to detail Driving System testing Cleaning Full Job Description About the Role We are looking for a hands-on Field Machine Operator to join our Santa Maria team. This role is responsible for operating Beagle Tech's AI-powered harvesting equipment during customer demonstrations, field deployments, product testing, and commercial operations. Unlike a traditional technician role, this position is focused on operating agricultural equipment safely and efficiently in real farming environments. The ideal candidate is comfortable driving tractors, working long hours in the field during harvest season, troubleshooting operational issues, and serving as the primary machine operator while collaborating closely with our engineering team. Responsibilities Operate Beagle Tech's autonomous harvesting system during customer demonstrations and commercial deployments. Safely operate tractors and other agricultural equipment in various field conditions. Transport, set up, and prepare equipment before field operations. Perform pre-operation inspections and post-operation maintenance checks. Monitor machine performance during operation and communicate any issues to the engineering team. Assist engineers with field testing, product validation, and software updates. Perform basic troubleshooting and minor repairs to keep equipment operating in the field. Clean, maintain, and properly store equipment after each deployment. Support customer training by demonstrating proper machine operation and safety procedures. Maintain accurate records of machine usage, maintenance, and field observations. Travel to customer locations throughout California and occasionally to other states as needed. Qualifications Experience operating tractors or agricultural equipment. Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to work long hours during harvest seasons, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends. Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve minor equipment issues. Strong safety awareness and attention to detail. Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Experience with vegetable harvesting equipment or specialty crop farming is a strong plus. CDL is a plus but not required. Preferred Experience Agricultural equipment operator Farm equipment operator Tractor operator Heavy equipment operator Irrigation or field operations Agricultural machinery maintenance Experience supporting equipment demonstrations or customer field service What You'll Do Demonstrate cutting-edge AI harvesting technology to growers. Operate advanced agricultural robotics in commercial production environments. Work alongside robotics, software, electrical, and mechanical engineers. Help shape the future of agricultural automation through real-world field feedback. Be part of a fast-growing AgTech startup transforming specialty crop harvesting. Physical Requirements Frequently stand, walk, bend, and climb on agricultural equipment. Lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. Work in dusty, muddy, hot, cold, and wet field environments. Ability to sit and operate tractors or machinery for extended periods. Why Join Beagle Tech? At Beagle Tech, you'll be operating some of the most advanced AI-powered harvesting equipment in the industry. Your work directly impacts product development, customer success, and the future of agricultural automation. Every day in the field helps improve the technology that will redefine how vegetables are harvested around the world.

Pay:

$33.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person