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Ag Equipment Operator

Burco Farms Partnership

Independence, IA

$18.87 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+13193344717
Email address to Apply:
jordyn@burcosales.com

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
2
Job Duties:
Performs duties like: drive and operate farm equipment, which can include running a rock picker, cultivate, land roller, telehandlers, forklifts, spraying crops, harvest and store grain crops, loading hay bales and stacking them with equipment, possibly operating trucks with grain trailers to local co-ops, running manure equipment or helping with loading and unloading the manure. Cleaning out grain bins is also a possibility. Be able to attach and detach farm implements, such as disk or stir pumps. Must be able to check on fuel and fuel themselves, check oil levels, hydraulic levels, etc. in the farm equipment they are running to ensure the equipment is properly greased and ready to go for the day, just daily maintenance. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs, but assistance is always there if needed. We do prefer that H2A employee speaks English and has basic writing and reading knowledge. No minimum education required. Prefer them to have a drivers license or be able to get one within 30 days. Farming with: Alfalfa, Corn, Soy Beans
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 drivers license within 30 days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Workers must have positive verifiable experience relevant to the job and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks. Workers must be able to speak English. Employees must adhere to strict biosecurity, company policies, and food safety guidelines, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Certain roles may require a valid drivers license within 30 days of hire and a clean driving record for operating company vehicles. Exceptional performance may be rewarded with additional compensation or benefits at the employers discretion. Workers must be responsible, follow instructions, and comply with attendance, punctuality, and work schedules, as repeated absenteeism, failure to meet job expectations, misconduct, insubordination, or violations of safety
Number of Hours Per Week:
50
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
8:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Burco Farms Partnership
Location:
Independence, IA 50644

Worksite

Address:
1537 Kentucky Ave., Independence, IA 50644

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-300-26008-543509
Multiple Worksites:
No
Additional Wage Information:
17.72(H2A)
Date Posted:
1/21/2026
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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