Farm Equipment Operator Job at Wilson Farm, Litchfield, NH

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  • Wilson Farm
  • Litchfield, NH

Job Description

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

· Previous agricultural experience highly preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.

· Comfortable working with and around farm equipment

· Positive attitude and strong work ethic is a must

· Valid US drivers license and driving record in good standing

· Possess or be willing to obtain an NH Pesticide license within 6 months of hire

· High school education required

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

· Riding farm equipment for prolonged periods of time; standing, bending, reaching, grabbing of tools; turning of wrists, hands and fingers

· Must be able to occasionally lift 40+ pounds

· Must be able to work outside under unfavorable weather conditions (high heat/Humidity, rain)

Benefits

· Competitive wages commensurate with experience. This position starts at $25.00/hour

· Health and Dental insurance with generous premium contribution by Wilson farm

· 401(k) plan with employer match

· Annual bonus and a 25% employee discount

· Wilson farm owned housing possible as part of a benefit package

Wilson Farm, Inc. is an E/O/E

Requirements:

Job Tags

Full time, Gangs, Weekend work, 1 day per week,

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