JOB SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all farm equipment, including a large agriculture tractor and buggy. The position reports to the Operations Manager. Must be able to operate large pieces of equipment in a safe and effective manner and be able to self-perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot minor issues with the operating equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Always operate equipment in a safe manner
• Perform loading, unloading, and timely delivery of material to assigned/approved destination.
• Serve as a company ambassador in every interaction with clients and the public.
• Conduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the equipment.
• Perform shop clean up, maintenance, and equipment/tools setup.
• Maintain operation records.
• Operate applicator by injecting approved material on permitted fields and maintaining environmental compliance.
• Obey and flag buffered zones on permitted fields before application.
• Pull soil samples and have soil analysis completed before moving onto a new field.
• Record and subtract loads applied in the field log after every application.
• Use best management practices when applying, to ensure that the application is done correctly, and the landowner's property is being treated with respect.
• Monitor land usage.
• Monitor frac tank levels and report to the manager daily.
• Maintain accurate and correct paperwork (not an all-inclusive listing): Field Logs; Gator DVIR's' Environmental Logs, etc.
• Inspect all paperwork that is sent off to corporate, ensuring the following: filled out completely, signed, dated, corrected (if necessary) and you agree with documents you are signing.
• Inspect and maintain all equipment being used in the field.
• Be aware of all equipment malfunctions and parts repair or replacement.
• Insure safe equipment operation.
• Ensure the Area Manager is aware of all equipment issues.
• Maintain a safe work environment, wearing all proper PPE while in operation.
• Report all spills to management immediately.

Benefits:

We offer an extensive and competitive benefit plan for all our full-time employees as we value their time and commitment. Our benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Generous 401k match up to 4%
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid AD&D.
• Company paid Life.
• Voluntary life for employee and family
• Heath Savings plan
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

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  Communication skills – verbal and written.
• Ability to operate heavy or agricultural equipment in a safe manner.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to follow directions.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

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  High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Valid Drivers’ License
• Minimum 2 years heavy equipment operator work experience preferred.
• Clean MVR

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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  Sitting, Climbing, Balancing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Feeling, lifting to 50 lbs., Talking, Hearing, and Seeing
• The employee is subject to confined spaces.
• The employee is subject to outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather.
• The employee is subject atmospheric conditions.
• The employee is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to bio-solids.
• This position requires overtime.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.

Qualifications:

• Operate heavy/agricultural equipment safely

• Verbal and Written Communication
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Clean MVR

Education:

Preferred:

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications:

Required:

Driver’s license

Pay: Hourly; to be determined.

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees. Accordingly, the Company will not engage in any form of employment discrimination based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected status. The Company hereby affirms its desire to maintain a work environment for all employees that is free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination.