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Date Posted:
November 18, 2019
Positions:
Farm Equipment Operator
Start Date:
As soon as possible
Duration:
Temporary fulltime
Length of Employment:
Seasonal Full Time
Required Skills:
The ideal candidate will be able to obtain their Canadian class 3 driver’s license and have experience in operating farming equipment.
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Experience in the potato business
Experience driving farm equipment
Excellent communication skills
Ability to prioritize operations in light of multiple priorities and conflicting demands
Team player with an ability to participate in cross-functional teams
Desired Machinery Experience:
John Deere
· 4440 Diesel
· 8300 4WD
· 7810
· 8130
· 244J
· 2100 Subsoiler
Massey 3680
New Holland 8360
Spudnik 9060, 6 row
Grimme GL 36 T planter, 6 row
Cultivator
Windrowers (6 row)
Supnik Harvester
Benefits
An exemplary health and dental benefits package
A competitive pay scale supplemented with an incentive program based on Spring planting accuracy, summer spray and irrigation and fall harvest efficiency.
Training Support for Pesticides, Class 3 Licence, and Blue Seal Program
Job Description:
Indian River Farms is seeking 4 Farm Equipment Operators who are self-motivated with good people skills.
We at Indian River Farms have been farming potatoes for 29 years and we are constantly growing! Farming is ingrained in our family and community and that dedication helps us focus on growth. Every year brings new challenges and opportunities. Indian River Farms will continue to meet those challenges head on and seize opportunities for growth whenever possible.
– Responsible for repairing, troubleshooting and maintenance of the farm equipment
– Operating farm equipment for planting, harvesting, irrigation, mowing and/or tilling
Wages:
$16.00-$18.00 per hour for 40 hours per week
Benefits:
This position offers a competitive wage with excellent benefits!
