What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Equipment Operator - Farmhand position at Ebert Farms?
Welcome to Ebert Farms! We’re hiring a Farm Equipment Operator – Farmhand to join our team in Kinsley, KS (about 35 miles northeast of Dodge City). In this role you will be operating and maintaining farm and agricultural equipment such as tractors, planters, and sprayers.
We are a family-owned agricultural business based in Southern Kansas, managing 3000 acres of irrigated land and 3000 acres of dryland. We grow a variety of crops including corn, soybeans, and wheat. Additionally, our farm also has a cattle operation of 250 head. We pride ourselves on a work culture that emphasizes teamwork, responsibility, and the opportunity for employees to take on roles that match their skills and aspirations. We seek individuals who are honest, dependable, and dedicated to the work they perform.
We offer competitive compensation of $40,000 - $70,000 based on experience and retirement options.
In this role you will be:
Operate farm and agriculture equipment for planting, drilling crops, including strip-till, and harvesting.
Perform seasonal tasks such as irrigating, spraying, and working with cattle, including calving.
Assist in day-to-day farm operations, with duties changing as needed across the seasons.
Maintain and perform routine repairs on farm equipment.
Supporting all phases of crop production and farm management year-round.
This job is for you if you have:
Previous experience operating farm and agriculture equipment is preferred. Willing to train the right person!
Familiarity with GPS and auto-steer equipment.
Passion for agriculture and farm operations.
Excellent work ethic with the ability to perform in both an individual and team setting.
We are a family-owned agricultural business based in Southern Kansas, managing 3000 acres of irrigated land and 3000 acres of dryland. We grow a variety of crops including corn, soybeans, and wheat. Additionally, our farm also has a cattle operation of 250 head. We pride ourselves on a work culture that emphasizes teamwork, responsibility, and the opportunity for employees to take on roles that match their skills and aspirations. We seek individuals who are honest, dependable, and dedicated to the work they perform.
We offer competitive compensation of $40,000 - $70,000 based on experience and retirement options.
In this role you will be:
Operate farm and agriculture equipment for planting, drilling crops, including strip-till, and harvesting.
Perform seasonal tasks such as irrigating, spraying, and working with cattle, including calving.
Assist in day-to-day farm operations, with duties changing as needed across the seasons.
Maintain and perform routine repairs on farm equipment.
Supporting all phases of crop production and farm management year-round.
This job is for you if you have:
Previous experience operating farm and agriculture equipment is preferred. Willing to train the right person!
Familiarity with GPS and auto-steer equipment.
Passion for agriculture and farm operations.
Excellent work ethic with the ability to perform in both an individual and team setting.
Salary : $40,000 - $70,000