Farm Hand / Shop Laborer

We are looking to hire a farmhand/Shop Laborer.  On the farm side, this applicant will be participating in major farm projects (fences, buildings, systems) as well as typical daily farm operations (feed/water, maintenance).  And on the shop side, they will be assisting in shop organization, inventory, equipment maintenance, and material deliveries in order to support our construction company.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Farm
  • Livestock feed/water
    
  • Fence repair
  • Landscape maintenance (grass, leaves, trimming, tilling, plowing)
  • Barn and stall cleanup
  • Orchard maintenance
• Shop
  • Shop organization
  • Inventory management
  • Material deliveries
  • Equipment maintenance

Basic Qualifications:

• Dependable - more reliable than spontaneous
• Basic knowledge in construction (using hand tools, power tools, and can accurately read/use a tape measure).
• Adaptable/Flexible - enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Physical strength - Can lift at least 50lbs repeatedly
  
• Physically active - Can sit, stand, bend, kneel, and walk at least 8 hours a day
• Enjoys working with and around farm animals
• Ability to safely use heavy equipment
• Ability to work at heights
• Safety measure knowledge
• Attention to Detail
  
• Adhere to 5S organizational principles
  
• Assist with creating, revising, and following SOP's
• Participate in Continuous Improvement, including ongoing Suggestions
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Pass substance abuse screening
• No Smoking on any job site or company property

Location: Pentwater, MI

Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm (actual hours will vary by season or projects).

Compensation: Starting wages at $13 - $17 per hour plus overtime and production bonus opportunities

Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and an Employer Match 401K Program

Apply at: www.visscherinc.com/apply