Description:
Who are we looking for?
Wilson farm Inc of Litchfield, NH is seeking a full-time, year-round individual to join our agricultural team on a 550-acre diversified vegetable and small fruit farm.
Primary Responsibilities
The Farm Equipment operator is responsible for the safe operation of all farm equipment (tractors, loaders, forklifts, etc.), completion of general tractor work (mechanical planting, spraying, cultivating), participation in preventive maintenance and repair of farm equipment and other duties as assigned by the farm manager/owners. Typical tasks will include, but are not limited to:
ยท Cultivating, mechanical harvesting, Spraying, mowing
ยท Irrigation setup (drip and overhead)
ยท General maintenance of farm equipment
ยท Supervise a crew when planting or harvesting with a high level of detail and quality
ยท Load/unload trucks
ยท Help to keep records for food safety and detailed records of equipment maintenance
Experience/Qualifications Needed
ยท Previous agricultural experience highly preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
ยท Comfortable working with and around farm equipment
ยท Positive attitude and strong work ethic is a must
ยท Valid US drivers license and driving record in good standing
ยท Possess or be willing to obtain an NH Pesticide license within 6 months of hire
ยท High school education required
Work Schedule
Full-time averaging 60 hours/week during the growing season (April through October) and 40 hours a week during winter. The availability to work one weekend day per week during the growing season is a must.
Physical Requirements
ยท Riding farm equipment for prolonged periods of time; standing, bending, reaching, grabbing of tools; turning of wrists, hands and fingers
ยท Must be able to occasionally lift 40+ pounds
ยท Must be able to work outside under unfavorable weather conditions (high heat/Humidity, rain)
Benefits
ยท Competitive wages commensurate with experience. This position starts at $25.00/hour
ยท Health and Dental insurance with generous premium contribution by Wilson farm
ยท 401(k) plan with employer match
ยท Annual bonus and a 25% employee discount
Wilson Farm, Inc. is an E/O/E
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