Ag Equipment Operator

Job Duties

Start Date: Feb 5, 2026

End Date: Dec 4, 2026

Must Apply By: July 7, 2026

Hours: 40 hours/week, Mon.-Fri. 8 hours/day, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Drives and operates farm machinery to plant, cultivate, spray, fertilize, harvest, and store grain crops including corn, soybeans, and sugar beets. Attaches farm implements such as plows, discs, and drills to tractors to till soil, plant, and cultivate crops. Tows harvesting equipment and operates self-propelled combines to harvest crops. Performs routine maintenance including lubricating and repairing farm machinery, and transports harvested crops to grain elevators or storage areas.

Minimum Education Required

No High School Diploma or GED required.

Minimum Experience Required

Minimum of three (3) months of experience required. Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. In compliance with Federal, State, and County regulations, applicants must be willing to obtain an appropriate driver’s license within two (2) months of employment. Applicants who already possess a valid driver’s license must provide the employer with a current driver’s abstract demonstrating an acceptable driving record.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

5

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

No

Drug Test Required

No

Compensation

$19.33 / Hourly

Additional Compensation

As required for all workers in Minnesota, hours worked in excess of 48 hours in a work week will be paid at the rate of 1.5 times the regular rate of pay.

Postal Code

56311

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

H-2A #26-055

Job Benefits

EMPLOYER ASSURANCES: Work guaranteed for 3/4 of contract period, starting with date of arrival at work site. Employer provides free housing for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Employer pays inbound transportation and subsistence to work site upon 50% completion of work contract for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Daily subsistence will be provided at a rate of at least $16.28 per day during travel to a maximum of $68.00 per day with receipts. Required work-related tools and supplies provided free of charge by employer.

Effective Jan 1, 2024, per MN State Statute, an employee will earn one hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked, up to at least 48 hours of accrued Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) per year, provided the employee works a minimum of 80 hours in a calendar year.

Application Instructions

Send resume listing experience to:

MN DEED/FLC

Attn: H-2A#26-055

180 E. 5th St., Suite1200, St. Paul, MN 55101

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CALL: Mary Garcia View phone number on click.appcast.io

Must have proof of legal authority to work in U.S.