Lazarus Naturals is seeking an Irrigation Lead and Equipment Operator capable of working independently and on a small team. This position will focus on mapping irrigation layouts, install irrigation, preventative maintenance and repair of irrigation, and decommissioning at the end of the season. Candidates will need to be available for on-call duty after hours during planting and harvest seasons and willing to travel to nearby farm sites to conduct repairs. This position will also be responsible for operating trucks, trailers, tractors, and other heavy equipment throughout the year. We are located in Powell Butte.
Reports to: Farm Operations Supervisor
Irrigation Lead Responsibilities:
Mapping out areas for irrigation installation according to the farm plan and irrigation diagrams.
Digging trenches, supervising lay flat installation, laying mulch beds and installing pipes and lines.
Installing and maintaining pumps, filters, and electrical timers.
Conducting routine maintenance checks and maintaining filter back flushing schedule.
Troubleshooting and replacing faulty parts.
Proficiently and safely use power and manually operated tools and equipment to perform irrigation installation and maintenance.
Monitor and test old and new irrigation installations, troubleshoot and repair problems, observe pipe and valve placements and evaluate start-ups, winterization and overall operation of the irrigation system.
Perform minor hardscape installations and repair, periodic property maintenance.
Conduct and record detailed inspections and plan/execute upgrades as necessary
Maintain and care for company equipment, tools and vehicles.
Maintain a clean job site, orderly and stocked equipment trailer.
Forecast equipment, labor and material needs to ensure efficient production.
Understand and meet production and maintenance schedule deadlines
Track materials and time on service work orders and submit daily according to current processes and procedures.
Other Duties and Responsibilities as assigned.
Farm Equipment Operator Responsibilities:
Safely operate and tend to farm equipment using current GPS technology, including trucks, semis, combines, tractors, loaders, skid steers, and farm implements.
Adjust, repair, and service farm machinery and notify supervisors when machinery malfunctions.
Observe and listen to machinery operation to detect equipment malfunctions.
Manipulate controls to set, activate, and adjust mechanisms on machinery.
Troubleshoot, service and repair agricultural machinery and report problems and needs to management, noting physical and mechanical issues on a checklist.
Attach and operate farm implements such as plows, discs, sprayers, trailers, etc.
Drive trucks to haul crops, supplies, tools, or farm workers.
Irrigate and till soil, plant, cultivate, and harvest crops including hemp, fiber, and cover crops.
Assist with post-harvest tasks including biomass trucking and boxing.
Confer with management and prioritize work requests to ensure machinery is organized and operational when it is needed.
Adjust, repair, and service farm machinery and notify supervisors when machinery malfunctions.
Other Duties and Responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits:
Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance)
Employee Discount Program
Fully Stocked Kitchen
401K Program
FSA & Commuter Benefits
Employee Development
Company Events
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Powell Butte, OR. Interested parties are encouraged to send a cover letter detailing why you think you could be a great fit, along with an updated resume.
Veterans strongly encouraged to apply.
Lazarus Naturals is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.