Spreader Operator

Duties of the Spreader Equipment Operator include but are not limited to:

• Prepares and spreads custom application of agricultural product to the customers’ fields. Transfers product to the applicator equipment. Handle, lift, load equipment and operate controls.
• Must be able to climb up into a vehicle with vertical steps multiple times per day. As well as exit the vehicle and re-enter over 15 times per day.
• Must be able to climb up and down a step vertical ladder, in order to look over into fertilizer box.
• Must have the ability to safely operate and control different kinds of heavy equipment, including very large off-road vehicles and industrial scale equipment, including loaders.
• Must have the ability to use gears, pedals, and steering mechanisms simultaneously.
• Must have the ability to move switches, pull levers, turn knobs and wheels to activate and regulate mechanisms.
• Must have the ability to sit for long periods of time and have the ability to stand for long periods of time, according to the work at hand.
• Requires heavy to very heavy physical labor including pulling, pushing and lifting.
• Must have well developed manual dexterity and arm-hand steadiness.
• Must have the ability to work in a noisy, vibrating cab during very cold and very hot conditions.
• Must have the ability to operate the vehicle or equipment off road on uneven and rugged terrain for long distances.
• Must have the ability to work additional hours during peak seasons to meet business demands.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment for self and others.
• Must be able to perform any other duties or functions as assigned by supervisor.

Physical Requirements: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

CDL License not required, but preferred. Pay based on experience and credentials.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Experience:

• Heavy equipment operation: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person