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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

1

Job Duties:

The worker will operate a variety of agricultural equipment to support grain farming activities throughout the seasonal cycle. In early spring, duties include preparing fields for planting by operating tractors, cultivators, and other machinery. The worker will mix and load specified materials such as fertilizers, chemicals, or seed into sprayers or planters and calibrate equipment accordingly. During planting and growing seasons, responsibilities involve operating equipment for irrigation, fertilization, and crop maintenance, including weed and pest control. The worker must perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment to ensure functionality and safe operation. In the fall, primary duties include operating combines and trucks for harvesting, transporting crops from fields to storage facilities, and performing post-harvest cleanup. The role also includes loading and unloading harvested grain, cleaning and servicing equipment, and following safety protocols. The worker may assist in general farm labor as needed during downtime, including building and equipment upkeep, grounds maintenance, and other related tasks. The schedule and workload will vary with the seasonal demands and regional climate. The position requires prior experience in similar grain farming operations and the ability to safely operate large machinery in various field conditions. Proficiency in English is beneficial for safety and communication. 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:

50

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

7:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Eric Gemmill Farms

Location:

Edinburg, ND 58227

Worksite

Address:

12439 73rd St NE, Edinburg, ND 58227

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-26016-564773

Multiple Worksites:

No

Additional Wage Information:

Wage offer for H-2A workers only is $17.71 per hour

Date Posted:

1/27/2026

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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