Farm Equipment Operator

Land and Sky Grains is a progressive grain farm committed to empowering sustainable agriculture. This opportunity is for a PERMANENT FULL-TIME Primary Agriculture Production Operator WITH A CLASS 1A LICENSE and 10+ years of experience.

Duties in this role will be varied, including operating farm equipment, hauling grain, and maintenance of both farm equipment and properties.

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And on our website: www.landandskygrains.com

Essential Functions:

· Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment;

· Perform general farm duties;

· Plant, and tillage operations;

· Fertilize and spray crops;

· Harvest crops;

· Haul grain and/or assist in moving grain;

· Maintain equipment and shop, including daily preventative maintenance and winter repair and service;

· Use technology hardware/software for efficient task completion and accurate data collection;

· Maintain farm and landowner properties, including shop, bins, and yard;

· Safely and efficiently operate a variety of power hand tools and large farm equipment;

· Participate in inventory management and communicate needs with manager;

· Maintain a neat and safe work environment;

· Work within a team.

What You Bring:

· High School Diploma or GED;

· Ability to frequently lift and carry items up to 50 lbs;

· Willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions;

· Class 1A Drivers license;

· Acceptable driver’s abstract;

· 10+ years of experience in crop farming;

· GIS/GPS technology knowledge;

· Strong communication skills;

· Ability to work longer hours during critical seasons;

· Excellent interpersonal skills;

· Flexibility in adapting to a wide variety of tasks and functions.

Assets:

· Post-Secondary education;

· Experience maintaining and repairing Heavy Duty, Agriculture, or Truck and Transport equipment; apprenticeship opportunities available!

· Administrative experience;

· Leadership experience.

Compensation Package:

Starting wage for candidates who meet all essential qualifications is $35.00/hr, or relevant to experience. There will be periodic wage reviews and the ability to move within the scale. Career advancement / specialization opportunities will be available for high performing employees in the following areas: operations, trucking, mechanics/welding, technology and GIS.

In addition, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes a cell phone allowance, Workers Compensation coverage, education and training, and more, as determined by your employment status. If you enjoy the sport of hunting, Land & Sky offers ample hunting grounds with preferential access for employees.

We retain all applications (in confidence) for a minimum of 1 year.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Benefits

• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grenfell, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience

• on-farm: 2 years (preferred)

Language:

• fluent English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 1A License (required)

Work Location: In person