What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farming Equipment Operator (Machine Harvest-Bells) position at The Pictsweet Company?
Overview
The Pictsweet Company is growing! We are currently looking for a dedicated and experienced farm equipment operator to join our team! The position requires flexibility, as you MUST be willing to travel outside of Tennessee for 1-2 months.
Benefits:
- Benefits begin after required waiting period.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k with Employer Match
- Group Life Insurance
Responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Operate various field equipment, such as:
- Lima bean harvester
- Green bean harvester
- Tractor
- Drive a field tractor, pulling a loaded trailer.
- Operate equipment in a safe manner. Be observant of people in the area, terrain, possible obstacles that might create a safety hazard.
- Communicate with field reps, Machine Harvest mechanics, general laborers, and other personnel as needed.
- Work cooperatively with mechanics to maintain equipment in good operating condition.
- Inform mechanics of problems and issues with equipment.
- Communicate with field reps on crop condition, progress of cutting and other concerns as needed.
- Perform manual labor, working as needed on or by harvesting equipment.
- Miscellaneous farm duties.
Qualifications
Experience:
- Candidate must demonstrate skill operating sophisticated farm equipment, such as bean harvester and tractors. This is typically acquired by operating complex farm machinery for a minimum of 2 years.
- Must have a basic understanding of the mechanical operations systems of harvesting equipment (steering, brakes, and hydraulic lifts).
- Prior experience with Pictsweet harvesters or similar farming equipment strongly preferred.
Cognitive & Psychological:
- Must have good communication skills.
- Knowledge of machinery.
- Able to read and write.
Physical:
- Must be physically capable of working in extreme temperatures (varies with outdoor weather) and dry, dusty or wet conditions.
- Must be able to work long hours in a physically demanding environment. Physical demands may be varied, with prolonged periods of standing, bending, pulling, walking, sitting, etc.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to stand, lift, bend, and walk for an extended period.
Other:
- Must be open to travel, being away from home 1-2 months during harvest season.
- Must be available to work irregular schedule, seven days/week when harvesting or no work due to slow harvest or bad weather.
- Must be able to provide own transportation to work-site(s)
- Must be able to follow basic instructions.
- Must be willing to work extended hours as needed (including weekends and holidays).
The Pictsweet Company is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/V/H
