What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Equipment Operator position at Wilson Farm?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Who are we looking for?
Wilson farm Inc of Litchfield, NH is seeking a full-time, year-round individual to join our agricultural team on a 550-acre diversified vegetable and small fruit farm.
Primary Responsibilities
The Farm Equipment operator is responsible for the safe operation of all farm equipment (tractors, loaders, forklifts, etc.), completion of general tractor work (mechanical planting, spraying, cultivating), participation in preventive maintenance and repair of farm equipment and other duties as assigned by the farm manager / owners. Typical tasks will include, but are not limited to :
- Cultivating, mechanical harvesting, Spraying, mowing
- Irrigation setup (drip and overhead)
- General maintenance of farm equipment
- Supervise a crew when planting or harvesting with a high level of detail and quality
- Load / unload trucks
- Help to keep records for food safety and detailed records of equipment maintenance
Experience / Qualifications Needed
Work Schedule
Full-time averaging 60 hours / week during the growing season (April through October) and 40 hours a week during winter. The availability to work one weekend day per week during the growing season is a must.
Physical Requirements
Benefits
Wilson Farm, Inc. is an E / O / E
Requirements :
Salary : $25
