Farm Equipment Operator

We are looking for an individual that has experience operating Farm Equipment, the farm has New John Deere Equipment with GPS & Precision Technology.

Work Truck Provided

Are you have are currently working for a Retail Fertilizer Company or have operated a Sprayer/Fertilizer Spreader and looking for fewer seasonal hours with a flex schedule during the winter?

CDL is not required, but will need to be obtained after starting full time. Cost of CDL is covered by employer. Employer will also cover cost of any Agricultural Certifications the Farm Equipment Operator may desire to help increase their pay (CCA, Pesticide License, HAZMAT).

The Farm does not store any grain on farm. No waiting in Long Grain Facility Lines in the Winter Months.

Seasonal Workload:

Winter Months :

• Full Time Pay with Flex Schedule, Opportunity to gain Certifications and continued educational.
• Equipment Inspected by John Deere Dealership, Major Repairs completed by Dealership. Minor repairs in house
• Clean, Lubricating, and Prepping for Spring Use

Spring Months:

• Assisting with Field work, & Planting
• Operating Sprayer for Pre- Plant and Post Application (Newer John Deere Sprayer)

Summer Months:

• Final Sprayer Application Passes
• Harvest Equipment Prep
• Farm Lot Mowing & Light Farm work

Fall Months:

• Harvest Operations
• Clean Equipment and Park for Winter

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bloomington, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What type of Farm Equipment have you operated?
• Are you familiar with John Deere Greenstar GPS system? If not, what precision equipment have you operated?
• Have you operated a John Deere, Case, AGCO, or Apache Sprayer?

Experience:

• Farming: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location