Experienced Farm Hand FARM EXPERIENCE IS A MUST! Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A preferred. A Farm Hand in Dixon, Illinois, must have the ability to accomplish all aspects of a modern grain farm. Applicant should: •be able to follow directions accurately •be self-motivated to learn and apply knowledge promptly •use safety practices while being aware of potential hazards in the work area •be able to perform farm tasks anywhere above six feet in the air ***CDL Class A preferred.*** Job Skills: •general farm work •machinery maintenance •equipment upkeep crop care •mechanic •equipment operator •semi truck driver •welding appreciated •fabricating appreciated •cleaning grain bins for grain transport year round
Looking to hire multi talented people to work on a grain farm in central ND. If you like to drive semis and operate large John Deere equipment here is your opportunity. We are looking for a highly motivated team player who can handle the varied responsibilities and work to be done. Clean driving record and background check, CDL preferred but not required and mechanical abilities a plus! Competitive pay based on experience, health insurance benefits, and housing available.
Hand harvest peaches. Pick ripe peaches from the tree by gently pulling peaches off the branch and placing in small picking basket/sack without bruising the fruit. Worker may need to place a ladder on the tree to pick fruit that cannot be reached by standing on the ground. Worker will fill the basket/sack, carry it, and gently dump out the fruit into a harvesting crate and repeat the process again. Worker will attach harness, bucket or bag and pick low hanging fruit while standing on ground and higher branches whiles standing on ladder. Worker will pick according to grade, color and size by grasping the fruit with the hands and removing from the tree in a motion so as not to harm adjacent fruit or buds on the tree branches. Worker will carry full harness, buck or bag and place fruit into wooden or plastic bins which hold approximately 13 bushels of fruit. Care must be exercised at all times to prevent bruising of fruit or breaking of branches. Some workers may be required to examine harvested fruit in bins and sort out any fruit not meeting the grade, color and size specifications. May prune, thin, pack and pick peaches during the season along with orchard maintenance consisting of but not limited to mowing, weeding, spraying, irrigating and planting. Prolonged walking, standing, bending, stooping and reaching is involved. Job is outdoors and continues in all types of weather. Workers may be requested to submit to random drug or alcohol tests at no costs to the worker. Failure to comply with the request or testing positive may result in immediate termination. All testing will occur post-hire and is not part of the interview process. Negative result may be required post-hire and before commencing work. Workers may assist in loading of trucks by lifting 75 pounds to a heigh of 5 feet or more repetitively. Must be able to lift 75lbs to shoulder height repetitively throughout the workday and able to lift and carry 75lbs in field. Must no hinder other workers productivity. Use of personal cell phone or other personal electronic devices during working hours is strictly prohibited except for work-related calls or emergencies and violation may result in immediate termination. Though not a hiring requirement, if a worker drives a company vehicle during the period of employment then at the time of operating the company vehicle the driver must possess a valid driver's license issued by a U.S. State or foreign equivalent and operate the company vehicle in accordance with the applicable license restrictions and vehicle classification requirements. Requires one-month verifiable farmworker experience as a peach orchard worker. Work may also include mechanized field work using power equipment. By way of example and not limitation, power equipment may include tractors, mowers and other equipment. Workers will be expected to be able to operate agricultural equipment with or without direction. Workers are exposed to wet weather early in the morning and heat during the day while working in the fields. Temperatures may range from 10F to +10-0F. Workers may be required to work during occasional showers not severe enough to stop field operations. Workers may be required to perform work that is incidental to farming the crops listed in this application. All other duties, if any assigned, will be those duties of Farm Worker, Diversified Crops, DOT code 407.687-010(SOC(ONET/OES) Code 45- 2092.02). This is a very demanding and competitive business in which quality specifications must be rigorously adhered to. Sloppy work cannot and will not be tolerated
Maintenance Technician Summary: The Technician will support the operation and maintenance of the biogas generation system (lagoon cover) and the biogas flare system for the Horizon II farm located in Stockton, IA. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND Responsibilities: Maintain process equipment of Horizon II, including but not limited to blowers, flares, instrumentation and controls. Perform testing and analysis on process performance of Horizon II such as lagoon performance. Support and assist the work of the biogas t Safely drive between multiple locations and/or farms. Follow all the process safety requirements of Horizon II. Perform duties related to the general maintenance and appearance of the Horizon II operational facilities, including vegetation management and groundskeeping. Develop and maintain relationships with employees at all locations. Conduct activities in a safe and healthy manner and work in accordance with established safety and company requirements. OTHER DUTIES AND Responsibilities: Promote a positive working environment in order to achieve the organization's goals. Perform other duties as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a farm/processing operation atmosphere. Exposure to harsh conditions--such as: dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, and varying weather and temperatures is normal. All employees are required to follow safety standards and wear all personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to respirators, skin, face, hand, and foot protection in multiple combinations for prolonged periods. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, sit and drive a vehicle for up to 40% of the day; and talk and hear. Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs. on a regular basis is required. Have the ability to push and pull 50 lbs or more on a regular basis. Have the ability to reach overhead from an elevated platform or uneven working surface. Must be able to stand/walk 50% of the time on uneven work surfaces, sit for other duties 40%, and climb 10% of the time. Employee will be required to pass a limited physical and fit test for a full face respirator and demonstrate ability to wear respirator for prolonged periods. KNOWLEDGE / SKILL / ABILITY / EDUCATION / Experience: High school diploma is required. Trade school technical certification or training is preferred. An associate's degree is preferred. Excellent communication skills; both oral and written are required. Exceptional attention to detail. Excellent organization and planning skills. Ability to effectively learn and acquire new knowledge and skills. Computer skills and an in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows based programs are required. Requires effective time management skills, personal conduct, and change management abilities. Ability to effectively interact with co-workers, clients, vendors, and other business contacts. Must have a valid driver license and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record report. Must comply with Roeslein Alternative Energy's core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintain sound relationships among and with employees. Required Skills Required Experience Quick Apply. Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications. ID#: 1287474680 Location: Stockton, IA, USA Type: Installation, Maintenance & Repair Company: Roeslein & Associates - 3.0
Watson Farms is a pasture-based livestock farm located near Lowrys, SC. We operate a pastured meat and egg business serving both wholesale and retail markets with a focus on our direct-to-consumer ecommerce website through which we serve over 1000 customers and counting. Products we bring to market include grass-fed beef, pastured pork, and pastured chicken and eggs. We are expanding all of our pastured meat enterprises and are looking for an energetic individual to help keep our field operations running smoothly. A key component of this position is ensuring that we always have enough of each type of feed for our pigs and chickens. Proficiency with tractor and equipment operation is critical. This team member would also assist with our on-farm chicken processing operation. As with all of our team members, additional efforts may be required during times of increased order volume or other times of increased output. We look forward to welcoming a passionate and goal-oriented individual to our team to help our farm become a reliable source of wholesome foods for even more families across the Carolinas and beyond. Come grow with us! Job Description Typical Schedule ~40 - 45 hrs/wk Daily schedule: Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm 6:30am - 5pm (Chicken processing days - approx. 2 days week during the warm season) ~1 hour lunch daily We are a livestock farm so hours can vary with seasons, weather, workload, etc. but we do our best to prioritize our team’s work/life balance. Duties Grinding feed with tractor and feed grinder/mixer. Maintaining inventories on grains and all other feed ingredients and notifying the appropriate team member at reorder points. Managing various types of livestock (cattle, pigs, broiler chickens, layer chickens) for optimum production while adhering to our protocols. Moving animals to fresh pasture frequently is central to our production model. Working with our H2A team (seasonal foreign workers) in all areas of production during the growing season as needed. Our team of 3 H2A workers are here from March 1 to Dec. 1 when our overall production workload is the greatest. This team member would work closely with the H2A team during this period. Managing livestock groups during the winter Feeding hay to cattle Bedding down pastured pigs during harsh weather Managing layer chickens in stationary winter housing Maintaining and performing repairs to tractors and farm machinery as needed. Assisting the Fulfillment Manager with order fulfillment, freezer organization, stocking shelves, and other fulfillment/warehouse related tasks as needed. Assisting with egg packing one afternoon per week. This position would report to and work closely with Matt Watson, Farm Owner, and Kelly Watson, Sales and Marketing Manager. Assisting with on-farm chicken processing Many of our team members pitch in to help harvest our pastured chickens as this requires many hands. Other duties include pitching in where necessary to fulfill the goal of getting products from the pasture to the customer. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Other Requirements This position is performed at the farm located near Lowrys, SC. Qualified candidates will be honest, trustworthy, and maintain a good attitude. Ability to operate tractors and other farm machinery safely and efficiently. Ability to handle livestock efficiently and humanely. Ability to lift and stack meat cases weighing up to 60 lbs. Ability to work in walk-in freezers at temperatures of 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Ability to work in extreme weather conditions Ability to work well with fellow team members and supervisors. Valid driver’s license with clean driving record. Ability to use Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc.) to communicate with other team members, reference feed recipes, etc. Compensation $15 - $18 per hour depending on experience 15% Employee Discount on our products and access to employee section in freezer 40 hours paid time off after 1 year of employment On-farm housing is included