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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

3

Job Duties:

Workers will operate and maintain a variety of agricultural equipment used in hay and grain production on a 3,000-acre farm. Duties include field preparation, planting, irrigating, cultivating, and harvesting crops in alignment with seasonal needs. Equipment operated may include tractors, mowers, balers, rakes, and other mechanized implements. Workers will conduct daily checks and perform routine maintenance on machinery, such as cleaning, lubricating, fueling, and monitoring for mechanical issues. Accurate and safe operation of equipment is essential across various terrain and weather conditions. Additional tasks may include moving equipment between fields, assisting with the setup and maintenance of irrigation systems, and performing basic post-harvest fieldwork. The role requires the ability to follow complex equipment procedures, fieldwork schedules, and safety practices. Workers must be able to perform physically demanding tasks for extended hours, maintaining productivity and quality. This job requires previous experience operating and maintaining agricultural machinery used in crop production. The position is seasonal, with employment running from March 15 to December 15, aligning with the farm’s peak operational period. Employees will be provided with adequate breaks, including meal and rest periods, consistent with applicable Federal, State, and local law, during the course of each workday.

Job Classification:

45-2091.00 - Agricultural Equipment Operators

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

3

Special Requirements:

Minimum of 3 months experience is required. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. 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. Operator License Class D Candidate will have 60 days to obtain. Skill Level II Experienced LevelPursuant to the Interim Final Rule (IFR) implementing the new four-level wage system for H-2A occupations, the employer designates this position as Skill Level II Experienced Level, indicating that the job requires prior related experience, independent judgment in performing recurring tasks, and the ability to work with limited supervision. The employer reserves the right to withhold the applicable housing deduction as permitted under program regulations, when approved and disclosed in the job order.

Number of Hours Per Week:

40

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Drew Heaton Farming

Location:

Klamath Falls, OR 97603

Worksite

Address:

20606 100F Cemetery Road, Klamath Falls, OR 97603

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-26015-562536

Multiple Worksites:

No

Additional Wage Information:

Wage offer for H-2A workers only is $15.51 per hour.

Date Posted:

2/3/2026

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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