What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Hand - Bug Tender position at WorkSource Oregon?
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A local employer is seeking a reliable individual with strong work ethic who is dedicated, detail-oriented, and possess a positive attitude with a proactive approach to responsibilities and a natural inquisitive mindset.
By joining this team, you'll play a vital role in supporting regenerative agriculture and sustainable food systems, contributing to a more resilient future for us all.
Minimum Requirements :
Eighteen (18) years of age or older
Proven experience (personal or professional) in livestock rearing, animal handling, farming, or similar field that involves dealing with large number of animals
Valid driver's license to drive and operate company vehicles, such as tractors, box trucks, and flatbeds
Preferred (not required) :
High school diploma or GED
Mechanical aptitude and / or construction skills
Job Duties :
Daily activities will include insect-rearing operations, food waste milling and mixing, vehicle and lift operations, equipment maintenance, various project support tasks, and garden work
Scoop bugs, feed bugs fermented food waste, roast bugs, and bag up bug feces by the metric ton
Cleaning duties to ensure safety and sanitation practices and protocols are met by United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines and standards
Comprehend and follow both written and verbal direction, including basic math calculations and fundamental technical knowledge, at a level to effectively perform tasks
Lift and maneuver sixty (60) pounds of insects and insect trays throughout the day
Stand the entire work shift
Work autonomously and as a team in a fast-paced environment
Meet productivity expectations, organize tasks, and manage time effectively
Use computers to enter data and fill out spreadsheets
Forklift operating and other logistics
Utilize industrial machines
Perform any other duties as assigned
Employer Notes :
Employer perform background check and DMV records check before employment
Work site is off gravel road and in rural area in McMinnville
Ideal candidate is willing to learn and perform physical labor
Growth opportunities with the company
Wages- Hours -Benefits :
18 to $22 per hour depending on experience and qualifications
5 days in a row schedule, 8 hrs. per day / 40 week, including weekends
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