Agricultural Equipment Operator

Job Duties

Start Date: Mar 15, 2026

End Date: Nov 15, 2026

Must Apply By: Jul 16, 2026

35 hours per week, Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

We farm approximately 5,500 acres of wheat, corn, canola, sugarbeets, dry edible beans, and soybeans. Wheat and soybeans are raised for seed and conditioned on our farm. During the spring and fall seasons, employees will perform field work as weather permits. The primary need is for farm truck drivers, with some tractor operation required. During the summer months, work will focus on yard duties including building projects, machinery upkeep, and general yard maintenance. Employees will assist with all aspects of crop production and complete general farm duties as assigned. Duties also include performing routine repairs and maintenance on farm equipment.

Minimum Education Required

None

Minimum Experience Required

The position requires a minimum of three (3) months of related work experience. The employee must be able to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds. A valid regular driver’s license must be obtained and maintained within thirty (30) days of hire. The employer maintains a drug-free workplace and will conduct post-hire random drug testing at no cost to the employee; failure to pass a drug test will result in termination.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

2

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

No

Drug Test Required

No

Compensation

$19.33 / Hourly

Additional Compensation

The employer, at its sole discretion, may grant pay increases based on factors such as performance, longevity, and/or experience. Employer may also, at its sole discretion, offer performance-based incentive bonuses that are not guaranteed and are determined by the employer.

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

56757

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

H-2A #26-200

Job Type

Full Time

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#26-200

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.