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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

2

Job Duties:

Workers will operate agricultural equipment such as tractors, sprayers, seeders, combines, and grain carts to plant, cultivate, and harvest grain crops including wheat, corn, and soybeans. In spring, duties include preparing fields, applying fertilizer, calibrating equipment, and operating planters. During the growing season, workers will monitor crop development and operate sprayers and related machinery for weed and pest control. In fall, tasks include operating combines and grain carts to harvest crops and transporting harvested grain to on-farm storage. Equipment must be cleaned and maintained regularly to ensure proper functioning, including conducting routine inspections and basic mechanical servicing. Workers will assist with equipment setup and end-of-season storage procedures. Use of GPS-enabled systems and precision farming technology is required for field operations. Duties must be performed efficiently and accurately within narrow timeframes driven by crop stages and weather conditions. Work is conducted outdoors in varying weather and requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to shifting tasks based on operational needs. 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:

Ellingson Farms

Location:

Maddock, ND 58348

Worksite

Address:

2952 53rd Ave NE, Maddock, ND 58348

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-26030-604990

Multiple Worksites:

No

Date Posted:

2/11/2026

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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