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Farm Equipment Operator

King Ranch
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Kingsville, TX 78363, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role involves driving and operating farm machinery to prepare fields and manage the planting, cultivating, and harvesting of crops such as cotton and milo.
  • Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience operating farm or heavy equipment and must be able to perform manual labor tasks.
  • Responsibilities include inspecting equipment, managing pesticides and fertilizers, and maintaining a clean work environment while adhering to safety protocols.
  • The position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to work extended hours as needed, along with basic math skills for handling measurements.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, reflecting the commitment to attract and retain top talent at King Ranch, Inc.
Role Summary:

Drives and operates farm machinery to prepare fields and plant, cultivate, and harvest field crops such as cotton, milo, etc. by performing the duties as outlined in this job description.

What to Expect in the Role:
  • Demonstrate ability to operate and attach/hook-up all farm/heavy equipment. 
  • Visually inspect equipment and vehicles operated each day and report items in need of repair.
  • Perform various manual labor duties including filling sprayer tanks with water and chemicals according to formula.
  • Operates field-type sprayer equipment from (ATV) presses lever, points nozzle and applies herbicide to selected area. 
  • Keep work areas and equipment clean.
  • Perform all safety requirements as identified in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
  • Assist in training new employees. Attend and participate in company safety programs. 
  • Ability to operate other equipment in the Functional area. 
What We Will Be Needing From You: 
  • Ability to work daily and extended hours as necessary.
  • Requires ability to properly manage and handle pesticides, fertilizers, fuels and lubricants.
  • Requires ability to understand and comply with posted work rules and procedures. 
  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions. 
  • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing and be able to safely operate vehicles.

Not Just Cowboys…but we have those too!
To attract and retain the best talent possible, King Ranch, Inc. is committed to providing a culture focused on our core values, which include being a team player, honesty, accountability, willingness to learn and excellence. These aren’t just words to us, they are us!  Our employees give their best each and every day to safeguard the legacy we have been entrusted with.  If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of we encourage you to apply and join the King Ranch team.




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