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Agricultural Equipment Operator

Chem Gro of Houghton, Inc.

Houghton, IA

$18.87 per hour

INACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+13194707598
Email address to Apply:
jledger@chemgroia.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
11
Job Duties:
We need seasonal employees to assist with application of fertilizer and anhydrous ammonia to fields. Employee will need to fill and haul anhydrous ammonia nurse tanks. Apply fertilizer to the field with a self-propelled spreader. Apply chemicals to the field with a self-propelled sprayer. Employees will need to work in the shop at the main location to fix equipment and prepare it for busy seasons including cleaning vehicles, tidying up the shop/workspace. Employees will need to complete routine repairs and maintenance on equipment. The employer, at its sole discretion, may grant pay increases based on factors such as performance, longevity, and/or experience. Employer may also, at its sole discretion, offer performance-based incentive bonuses that are not guaranteed and are determined by the employer. Workers returning for a consecutive season will be paid at the previous season’s rate if that rate exceeds the current published rate.
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:
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. Employer will conduct post-hire criminal background checks at no cost to the employee and will not employ anyone with a felony/theft criminal background as required by the workplace safety policy and company HR hiring practices as allowed by law. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Job requires a regular drivers license. Requires 3 months experience.
Number of Hours Per Week:
48
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Chem Gro of Houghton, Inc.
Location:
Houghton, IA 52631

Worksite

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-25364-515849
Multiple Worksites:
No
Additional Wage Information:
17.72/hr (Wage offer for H-2A workers only)
Date Posted:
1/20/2026
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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