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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

2

Job Duties:

The job specifications involve skilled farm labor for the purpose of performing seasonal duties associated with potato storage. Preparation duties will include, washing equipment, moving equipment, sterilizing the warehouse, performing minor construction repairs. Storage operations are not a year-round activity. Potatoes remain in their natural state while being stored and are not being processed during storage. Upon the completion of storage, equipment must be disassembled, repaired, or routine maintenance conducted. Performs basic equipment service/maintenance tasks on farm equipment used in storage operations. Operate potato storage equipment, including pilers, forklifts, bobcat, storage and washline equipment. Use equipment to load and unload potatoes from storage bins. Operate equipment to move potatoes from storage bins to load out location. Use equipment to load potatoes on to trucks. Handle potatoes in a manner to ensure they are not damaged. Removal and clean up of spilled potatoes and other debris. Operating a farm provided work pickup or service vehicle in order to drive to the field/farming location or to pickup/deliver parts to the farming operation. Perform basic maintenance or repairs on farm facilities. Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures Perform farm site cleaning. Report equipment repair needs to a supervisor. Notify supervisor of potato quality concerns. Perform general farm work as needed. Participate in required health and safety training. All tools will be provided at no cost.

Job Classification:

45-2091.00 - Agricultural Equipment Operators

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

3

Special Requirements:

Job qualifications for the position include experience operating a bobcat, forklift, tractors, washline equipment, and other general agriculture equipment. Experience required conducting basic maintenance on this equipment. 3 months experience performing these duties within the past 2 years. Employees must hold a drivers license (such as standard Class C) that allows them to operate a vehicle in the United States or be able to obtain one upon hire. Driving farm vehicles (pickups) may be required. A Motor Vehicle Report will be conducted on employees that will be driving. The employer will cover expenses related to the MVR.

Number of Hours Per Week:

40

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

7:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Black Gold Farms Inc

Location:

Winamac, IN 46996

Worksite

Address:

3636 N 215 East, Winamac, IN 46996

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-26261-246013

Multiple Worksites:

No

Additional Wage Information:

H-2A Wage Rate: $17.95 per hour

Date Posted:

Invalid Date

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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