Future Opening: Farm Tractor Operator
Full Time • BALDWINSVILLE
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off
- Opportunity for advancement
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Farm Tractor Operator to join our agricultural team. The Farm Tractor Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining tractors and related equipment to support various farming activities. This role requires a strong understanding of farming operations, machinery maintenance, and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a passion for agriculture and a demonstrated ability to operate tractors efficiently and safely.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate tractors and associated machinery for various farming tasks, such as plowing, tilling, planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops.
- Perform routine pre- and post-operational inspections of tractors and equipment to ensure proper functioning and identify any maintenance or repair needs.
- Attach and detach implements and equipment to tractors, ensuring proper installation and secure attachment.
- Operate tractor-mounted or towed implements, such as mowers, balers, sprayers, and seeders, following established procedures and safety guidelines.
- Monitor and adjust tractor speed, implement depth, and other settings as required for optimal performance and efficiency.
- Assist in loading and unloading materials and supplies using tractor-mounted forks, buckets, or other attachments.
- Maintain accurate records of tractor usage, maintenance activities, and fuel consumption.
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines at all times to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Collaborate with farm managers and other team members to prioritize and coordinate daily tasks and workflow.
- Perform basic maintenance tasks on tractors and equipment, such as fueling, lubrication, and minor repairs.
- Keep work areas clean and organized, including tractor sheds, maintenance areas, and fueling stations.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven experience operating farm tractors and associated equipment.
- Familiarity with different types of tractors and their attachments.
- Strong understanding of farming operations and agricultural practices.
- Must have a working knowledge of English language
- Knowledge of tractor maintenance and repair procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, safety guidelines, and work instructions.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness for safe and precise tractor operation.
- Physical stamina and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work well within a team.
- Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays during peak seasons.
Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
OUR STORY
The Reeves family has been growing crops in the Baldwinsville area for more than a century.
With the fourth generation of Reeves ownership and the fifth generation now contributing to its success Reeves Farms focuses on high quality berries and vegetables and remains a good steward of the land. Through the use of Integrated Pest Management, reduced tillage, expanded cover crops and crop rotation, organic production and other sustainable farming practices, the health of our soils and water resources will be insured for generations to come.
1000+ acres
Reeves Farms encompasses over 1000 acres of tillable land with 350 acres dedicated to vegetables and berries and employs a seasonal workforce of of 70 to 80 people.
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