ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Flood irrigation of meadow hay fields. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair pivot irrigation systems to ensure adequate irrigation for crops. Assist in irrigation operations when necessary by digging corrugates, repairing and transporting irrigation equipment, and assisting with other tasks as needed.
Assist in operating farm equipment to perform farming functions including discing, plowing, ripping, planting, spraying, and cultivating in order to prepare soil and plant crops according to schedules.
Assist in maintaining the farm's physical property which may include building and/or repairing fences, spraying and/or burning ditch banks for weed control, and building and/or repairing related farm buildings.
Performs a variety of maintenance tasks during the winter months to ensure smooth operation of the farm.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, and climb ladders to work at varying heights. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision and depth perception.
Competitive pay and benefits, housing and utilities provided. Must have a valid driver’s license.