Heavy Equipment Operator III

Summary:

Southern Hills Orchards is looking to hire a hardworking to Farm Equipment Operator to join our Leesburg team. The ideal candidate takes initiatives to solve and analyze problems, as well as prioritizes safety while operating farm equipment with a high degree of proficiency to accomplish needs of the farm. The Equipment Operator is also expected to complete regular maintenance, repairs, and preparation of equipment for production operations.

Responsibilities:

• Support various assignments and tasks in support of carrying out the Pecan crop plan.
• Take initiative to solve and analyze problems – find ways to continually improve processes and efficiencies.
• Operate a variety farm equipment with a high degree of proficiency and safety.
• Perform regular maintenance, repairs and preparations for production operations.
• As needed, during planting and harvest, step in as lead which entails organizing other operators, assuring daily goals are met, as well as coordinating with management and mechanics regarding needs and conditions.
• Partner with the Field mechanic on rebuilding equipment and more complex issues.
• Champion a safety culture by keeping current with all safety devices and emergency shutdown procedures; verify all devices are functioning at all times including lockout-tagout procedures.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of equipment operation experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in use of equipment (tractors, sprayers, mowers, ATV’s etc.) utilized in crop production including safety, operation, and maintenance.
• Understanding of how to care for trees (plant, prune, train, etc.) and ability to recognize general orchard health conditions (pest pressure, water stress, nutrient deficiencies, etc.).
• Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team to maximize efficient utilization of key resources—people, equipment, etc. Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate with peers and supervisors.
• Positive attitude with attention to detail and power of observation.
• Must possess a valid in-state driver’s license.
• Meet the physical requirements of the role which includes occasional lifting up to 70 pounds, bending, kneeling, and twisting throughout work period. Occasional long-term standing, sitting, and walking during work.

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.