Farm Equipment Operator - Waverly, VA

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Compensation: $16.20 hourly

The Farm Equipment Operator works in the farming department operating various farm equipment, with seasonal and workload fluctuations.

Core Responsibilities

• Operates various farm equipment for tilling, planting and cultivating.

• Work practices must emphasize safety, efficiency, and thoroughness.

• Responsible for understanding and complying with company EMS policies and procedures in the performance of their job duties.

• Responsible for following all environmental laws and procedures to which Murphy-Brown LLC subscribes.

• Reports all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.

• Work with minimal supervision.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• High School diploma or GED preferred.

• Must have valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record, CDL preferred

• Ability to operate various farm equipment for tilling, planting and cultivating.

• Willing to learn how to operate multiple types of farm equipment.

• Work schedule includes early start; often days are longer than 8 hours

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to lift to 70 lbs

• Work outside through all seasons

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.