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Agricultural Equipment Operator

Downey Irrigation, LLC

Garden City, KS

$18.32 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+13083242303
Email address to Apply:
tdowney@downeydrilling.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
10
Job Duties:
Perform the following primary duties on a farm for a farmer like: assist with the installation and repair of agricultural irrigation systems on farms. Assist with the installation and repair of feedlot/dairy, fresh water and wastewater drainage systems including pumps, discharge piping, underground piping and valving on farms. Effectively operate support equipment such as backhoes, loaders, pump rigs, cranes, trucks on farms. Secondary tasks performed on the farm for the farmer include: maintain equipment and tools, maintain inventory, complete daily work reports/data sheets, read and understand instructions/maps of worksites. Package and load supplies, equipment and material onto semi. Ensure safety of the crew, materials and equipment, compile vehicle inspection reports and perform regular maintenance and repairs on equipment and tools. Must be able to communicate with crew efficiently and effectively. Employer requires drug screening post hire at employer's expense due to liability of driving heavy equipment and trucks on public roads. Failure to pass drug screening will result in termination of employment. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent stooping. OT/holiday is not mandatory. Repetitive movements. Must be able to lift 60 lbs. Minimum of (3) months experience required. No minimum education required. Wage rate may increase with verifiable experience. Employer may reward exceptional work with monetary or other benefits in addition to those listed here in his sole discretion. Overtime (time and a half) and per diem is offered. Equipment: Loader / Backhoe; Skid Steer w/Attachments; Trencher; Truck Mounted Pump Hoist; Straight Trucks; Semi Trucks w/Flatbed Trailer; Crawler/Loader; F550 w/CraneCrops: Agricultural Drainage
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:
Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Frequent stooping is required. Repetitive movements is required. Wage rate may increase with verifiable experience. Employer may reward exceptional work with monetary or other benefits in addition to those listed here in his sole discretion. Employer requires drug screening post hire at employer's expense due to liability of driving heavy equipment and trucks on public roads. Failure to pass drug screening will result in termination of employment.
Number of Hours Per Week:
48
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
8 A.M. - 5 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Downey Irrigation, LLC
Location:
Lexington, NE 68850

Worksite

Address:
525 N. Industrial Drive, Garden City, KS 67846

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-24323-482731
Multiple Worksites:
No
Date Posted:
12/2/2024
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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