ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
· Works as lead man and general farm laborer on the farm; performs various farm work duties as directed by supervisor including preparation, farm maintenance and other specialized duties.
· Drives and controls farm equipment to till soil and plant, cultivate, fertilize, and harvest crops.
· Operates heavy equipment to maintain farms roads, and in cutting ditches, pushing trees, and clearing and leveling land for use in farming operations.
· Maintains irrigation operation and irrigation maintenance.
This is manual work of a skilled nature in the performance of moderately technical farm tasks.
Work involves efficient performance as a lead man over other farm workers, or independent performance of moderately specialized farm operations. Skilled operation of varied farm equipment is often required. Work is performed under the supervision of a foreman or supervisor who issues general or specific orders and instructions depending on the work involved. An employee of this class may work with only limited supervision of regular duties or other farming operations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE - Previous farm labor experience preferred.
· COMMUNICATION SKILL LEVEL - Must have basic communication skills.
· MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED – Badge, Knee Boots, Hip Boots, Gloves, Raincoat.
· Considerable knowledge of general farm operations, such as plowing, planting, fertilizing, irrigating, spraying, cultivating, harvesting, and grading.
· Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance of a variety of farm implements, machinery, and equipment including heavy equipment used in various jobs such as excavating, loading, grading, and related work.
· Some knowledge of the hazards and safety rules and precautions in the use of heavy equipment.
· Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment, implements, and machinery used in farming and related operations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
A Specialized Farm Maintenance Tech must be able to see, hear, talk, sit, walk, push, pull, twist, lift, squat and stand. Must be able to endure long hours of work. Must be able to lift and carry approximately up to 50lbs frequently.
WORK ENVIRONMENT OR ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to work outdoors in hot, wet, and humid conditions. Individual can expect to be exposed to the Sun, wind, soil, rain and various plant and animal life.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.18 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Farm Tractor Operations: 1 year (Required)
- Farm worker: 3 years (Required)
- Farm Equipment: 3 years (Required)
- Steer with Brakes: 3 years (Required)
- Farming Row Crop: 3 years (Required)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Fellsmere, FL 32948 (Required)
Work Location: In person