What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Equipment Operator position at The Spud Company LLC?
Job Title: Farm Equipment Operator
The SpudCo has an opportunity available for its CO location for a Farm Technician/Equipment Operator. This position is a critical part of the farm operation and will assist the Area Field Manager.
Job Responsibilities:
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assist with all aspects of potato and carrot production from ground prep and planting to harvesting.
- Operation of potato and carrot planting and harvesting equipment, tractors and irrigation
- Perform general maintenance on equipment as needed (maintain, repair, install and operate equipment as requested or expected by the team).
Skills and Experience/Qualifications:
- 2 years of production agricultural experience required
- Willing to work long hours during planting and harvesting — during planting and harvesting seasons, it is not uncommon to work long hours (50-100 hours); outside of that, we typically work 60 hours a week with occasional weekends
- Demonstrate a general willingness to learn and ability to use the technology associated with modern equipment and record keeping
- Knowledge of mechanical operation of agricultural equipment, including routine maintenance and repair
- Ability to work independently or as a team and assist others, depending on the task at hand
- Effective communication with colleagues and with management, including the ability to develop a productive and cooperative relationship with others
- Valid driver’s license required, CDL preferred
- Ability to lift 50 pounds routinely and heavier lifts less frequently, with assistance available
- Driven personality, desire to succeed and a team player with a positive attitude
Company Description: The SpudCo is a potato supplier with locations in Arizona, Colorado, Wisconsin and Minnesota. We run a progressive agricultural operation that uses some of the newest precision ag technologies and practices available. We value our employees like part of our extended family. Dedicated to growing the best potatoes for our customers in multiple states.
We’re growing and hiring a full-time, year-round, Farm Equipment Operator to run our team for our Colorado locations. You will be contributing to the success of these locations which grow large acreage of potatoes. You will be in a hands-on role working independently for part of the year and leading the field teams during planting, growing and harvesting.
Benefits: We offer compensation highly dependent on your background and experience. Benefits include health insurance, Paid-time-off, sick days.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.57 - $24.78 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Please list types of farm equipment you've operated.
Experience:
- Farming: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Center, CO 81125 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Center, CO 81125: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $25
