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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

2

Job Duties:

Loberg Farms, situated in northeast Nebraska, operates as a family-run agricultural enterprise managing approximately 4800 acres dedicated to corn, soybeans, and hay, specializing in irrigated row crop production. Employees must have with familiarity in center pivot irrigation systems considered advantageous. The position follows a seasonal schedule, aligning with crop growth stages and varying seasonal demands. Responsibilities encompass all aspects of field preparation, including attaching farm implements such as plows, discs, sprayers, and harvesters to tractors using bolts and hand tools. Operators are involved in planting, weeding, spraying, and harvesting activities, as well as fertilizing, dusting, and applying crop sprays as needed. Operating and maintaining tractors, planters, sprayers, seed drills, and irrigation equipment, along with servicing and repairing pivot irrigation systems, are crucial tasks. Vigilant monitoring of machinery for malfunctions, loading and unloading crops, and driving pickup trucks for transportation are routine duties. Additionally, driving trucks exceeding 3-ton capacities, including tractor-trailer combinations, for product, livestock, or material transport is required. Safe maneuvering of trucks into loading or unloading positions, performing basic vehicle upkeep like oil and fuel checks, minor repairs, and ensuring vehicle roadworthiness, are also expected. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in securing cargo for transportation and uphold a strong commitment to detail, farm safety, and operational efficiency at Loberg Farms. Employer may provide pay increases for performance, longevity and/or experience at employer’s discretion., Employer may provide performance bonuses at the end of the contract at the employer’s discretion.

Job Classification:

45-2091.00 - Agricultural Equipment Operators

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

3

Special Requirements:

Employer will conduct post-hire drug tests at no cost to the employee to enforce a drug free workplace policy. Failing a drug test will result in termination. Job requires extensive walking, sitting, pushing, pulling, repetitive movements, frequent stooping and exposure to extreme outdoor temperatures. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must have a Class A CDL or equivalent or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire. Requires 3 months farm experience.

Number of Hours Per Week:

55

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

7:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Loberg Farms, Incorporated

Location:

Carroll, NE 68723

Worksite

Address:

86330 568th Ave, Carroll, NE 68723

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-24206-218962

Multiple Worksites:

No

Date Posted:

8/5/2024

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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