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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

4

Job Duties:

Crops/Commodities: Row crops: corn, soybean, hay, wheat and oats. Drive tractors and balers, and operate other mechanized farm equipment to cultivate, and harvest row crops including corn, soybean, hay, wheat and oats. Detassel corn. Rogue crop and remove off-type plants using hand tools. May load seed into hoppers and assist with mechanical planting. Perform manual and mechanized tasks including but not limited to: bushhogging fields; disking; aerating; seeding (using mechanical drills and seeders); weed spraying, mowing, tedding, raking, baling, and stacking. Use hand tools including but not limited to hoes, shovels, shears, clippers, loppers, and saws. Operate grain carts. Mow, cut, and weed fields. Prepare and/or clear land for planting using mechanized or hand equipment to remove trash, rocks, or other debris or material that may interfere with planting or harvesting activities. Level land by moving dirt and other materials. Equipment may include tractors, dozers, planters, mowers, plows, sprayers, cultivators, power shears, chainsaws, bobcats, skid loaders, high lifts, and trucks or other vehicles. Manipulate controls to set, activate, and adjust mechanisms on machinery. Adjust speeds of cutters, blowers, and conveyors and height of cutting head. Clean, adjust, repair, and perform routine service on equipment (e.g., lubricating grease points, inspecting and maintaining fluid levels, checking belt and conveyor tensions, and maintaining tires, wheels, bearings, belts, and other wear parts). Repair or replace defective parts. Attach farm implements (e.g., plows, harrows, discs, sprayers) using hand tools. May assist with other general farm maintenance or repairs. Install/maintain irrigation systems and water lines. Move and install irrigation pipes and equipment. Dig and maintain ditches. Install and remove levee gates. Workers must operate all equipment properly and in a manner that protects operator, others, the employer's products and property. Failure to comply with safety requirements and operating instructions may result in disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination. Handle, lift, and carry heavy or bulky objects (product, containers) in accordance with the specified lifting requirements. Clean, repair and maintain equipment. Assist with farm building/field cleanliness, maintenance and repairs. Repair fences. Workers with the appropriate license and doctor's certificate may transport other workers, haul products and supplies and be offered additional hours. Supervisor(s) will provide instructions and directions to workers. Workers must be able to comprehend and follow instructions and communicate effectively to supervisors. Unusual, complex or non-routine activities will be supervised. Workers expected to perform basic duties in a proficient manner without close supervision. Assist with Agricultural Practices policies. Allergies to ragweed, goldenrod, honeybees, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, or related chemicals may affect a worker's ability to perform the job. Persons seeking employment in this position must be available for the entire period requested by the employer. Employer may request, but not require, workers to work more than the stated daily hours and/or on a worker's Sabbath or federal holidays. Worker must report to work at designated time and place each day. Daily or weekly work schedule may vary due to weather, sunlight, temperature, crop conditions, and other factors. Employer will notify workers of any change to start time. Workers will have an unpaid lunch break. TERMINATION. Prior to any termination for cause, employer evaluates workers' performance of required tasks and compliance with Work Rules and other employer policies.

Job Classification:

45-2091.00 - Agricultural Equipment Operators

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

12

Special Requirements:

One year of experience operating agricultural equipment on an established farm required. Work outside in inclement weather condition. Walk, sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull and perform repetitive movements. Lift, carry and load up to 50 lbs. Age requirement of 21 years or older. Drug testing is conducted upon suspicion at the employers expense.

Number of Hours Per Week:

40

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

7:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M.

Employer Information

Trade Name/Doing Business As:

Stafford Farms

Company Name:

Walter J. Stafford

Location:

Richland, MI 49083

Worksite

Address:

3280 Boyes Rd, Delton, MI 49046

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-25062-739273

Multiple Worksites:

No

Date Posted:

3/7/2025

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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