Heavy Equipment Operator II

Heavy Equipment Operator II - Job Id 2299 Ontario, OR | Facilities | Full - Benefited $19.27 - $28.91 Posted 4 days ago Description Summary: AgriNorthwest is seeking a hard-working Equipment Operator to join their collaborative team. The ideal candidate takes initiatives to solve and analyze problems, as well as prioritizes safety while operating farm equipment with a high degree of proficiency to accomplish needs of the farm. The Equipment Operator is also expected to complete regular maintenance, repairs, and preparation of equipment for production operations. Responsibilities Operates with proficiency the following equipment: graders, semi-tractor trailer, dump truck, water truck, belly dump, backhoes, cranes, road grader, front-end loader, excavator, bulldozers, and agriculture equipment. Mechanically inclined and provides maintenance, service, and field repairs. Recognizes warning signals of trouble in equipment so repairs can be made before major trouble occurs. Familiar with all safety devices and emergency shutdown procedures, including lockout-tagout. Understands MSDS sheets, pesticide labels, and application notification procedures, and wears appropriate personal protective equipment as required. Performs other duties, as needed. Qualifications Driver License Provides necessary quality tools to safely and properly maintain and service equipment. Possesses First Aid and CPR certifications. Have at least 2 years experience in operating an excavator and other heavy equipment. Take and pass competent person trenching course within 6 months of being hired. Take and pass crane & boom truck training course within 6 months of being hired. AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc. is not sponsoring visas at this time. AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage. Additionally, employees can contribute to an FSA, and to an employer matched 401(K). Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full‑time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit‑sharing bonus. For more detailed information please visit our benefits site: . AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted. #J-18808-Ljbffr