Agricultural Equipment Operator

Ag Equipment OperatorPay Range: $21 - $23 based upon experience$1,500 Sign-On Bonus EligiblePrimary Objective: To provide quality, efficient, and safe custom application of crop nutrients and protection products. Also, provide safe and efficient transportation of commodities and farm supply products for the benefit of IAS and its member owners.Major Accountabilities:The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.Report to assigned workplace at time specified; report late arrivals or absences to supervisor prior to start timeMaintain required licenses, physicals, etc. necessary to perform job requirementsProfessional custom application of crop nutrients and protection productsSubmit required application paperwork timely and accuratelyRepairs and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment; document all work performedTransportation of commodities and farm supply productsAssist with the distribution of farm supply products and grain when assignedNotification of shop tools, inventories of supplies, or replacement parts neededMaintain cleanliness of shop and warehouse areas in which you are workingParticipate in safety and job-related training programs provided by the companyFollow company policies and procedures regarding safety and conductCreate a positive, professional image to customers and communityAccept and carry out other assigned duties given by location managerKnowledge, Skills, Abilities:Mechanical aptitude including basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulics, and piping systems and knowledge of various machines and tools including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.Ability to organize, deal with change effectively, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.Possess math skills when performing basic operations.Class A CDL or ability to obtainCustom Applicator Licensing or ability to obtain.Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds. Also flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Also trunk strength and ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time. Some tasks involve repetitive motion.Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agriculture products.Personal Protective Equipment may be required for some tasks.Innovative Ag Services is built on its purpose statement: Growing Relationships to Maximize Success! We provide value-added products and services to over 5,000 members in the grain, agronomy, feed, energy and markets. Our 30 locations are conveniently located throughout northeast & central Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. Grow with us!Innovative Ag Services is an Equal Opportunity employer and is proud to have a drug-free environment. All employment offers are contingent upon applicant successfully completing drug and background screenings. Innovative AG Services