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Ag/turf Equipment Operator - Winter Maintenance
Saratoga Sod Farm Inc.
Stillwater, NY
$16.95 per hour
Recruitment Information
- Telephone Number to Apply:
- +15186645038
- Email address to Apply:
- Laurie@saratogasod.com
Job Description
- Full Time:
- Yes
- Number of Workers Requested:
- 1
- Job Duties:
- Perform general winter maintenance at sod farm. Troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of automated sod harvesting equipment, related turf/agricultural production equipment and snow removal equipment, including harvesters, mowers, tractors, trucks, forklifts). Perform snow removal from pathways, farm property roadways, and roofs. De-ice and repair water/irrigation pipes. Perform seasonal cleanout of structures on farm as needed to preparing for growing season. Work in all weather conditions. Friday work required when necessary. Ability to lift heavy snow (up to 40 lbs.). 3 months experience with turf production equipment required. Daily work schedule may vary based on weather conditions.
- Job Classification:
- 45-2091.00 - Agricultural Equipment Operators
The job/industry classification and description includes general information on the position from ONET/OES and the North American Industry Classification System. Please review Job Duties and Job Order for more information.
Job Requirements
- Experience Required:
- Yes
- Months of Experience Required:
- 3
- Special Requirements:
- Ability to lift heavy snow (up to 40 lbs). Workers referred against this order must have a minimum of 3 months experience with turf production equipment. Work in all weather conditions.
- Number of Hours Per Week:
- 40
- Work Schedule (Start/End time):
- 7:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Employer Information
- Company Name:
- Saratoga Sod Farm Inc.
- Location:
- Stillwater, NY 12170
- Telephone Number:
- +15186645038
Worksite
- Address:
- 1670 Route 4, Stillwater, NY 12170
Job Order Details
- ETA Case Number:
- H-300-23283-421216
- Multiple Worksites:
- No
- Additional Wage Information:
- Effective January 1, 2024; farmworkers will begin to receive overtime pay after working 56 hours in the calendar week.
- Date Posted:
- 10/18/2023