Farming Equipment Operator (Machine Harvest-Bells)

The Pictsweet Company is growing! We are currently looking for a dedicated and experienced farm equipment operator to join our team! The position requires flexibility, as you MUST be willing to travel outside of Tennessee for 1-2 months.

Benefits:

• Benefits begin after required waiting period.
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k with Employer Match
• Group Life Insurance

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Operate various field equipment, such as:
  • Lima bean harvester
  • Green bean harvester
  • Tractor
• Drive a field tractor, pulling a loaded trailer.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner. Be observant of people in the area, terrain, possible obstacles that might create a safety hazard.
• Communicate with field reps, Machine Harvest mechanics, general laborers, and other personnel as needed.
• Work cooperatively with mechanics to maintain equipment in good operating condition.
• Inform mechanics of problems and issues with equipment. 
• Communicate with field reps on crop condition, progress of cutting and other concerns as needed.
• Perform manual labor, working as needed on or by harvesting equipment.
• Miscellaneous farm duties.

Experience:

• Candidate must demonstrate skill operating sophisticated farm equipment, such as bean harvester and tractors. This is typically acquired by operating complex farm machinery for a minimum of 2 years.
• Must have a basic understanding of the mechanical operations systems of harvesting equipment (steering, brakes, and hydraulic lifts).
• Prior experience with Pictsweet harvesters or similar farming equipment strongly preferred.

Cognitive & Psychological:

• Must have good communication skills.
• Knowledge of machinery.
• Able to read and write.

Physical:

• Must be physically capable of working in extreme temperatures (varies with outdoor weather) and dry, dusty or wet conditions.
• Must be able to work long hours in a physically demanding environment. Physical demands may be varied, with prolonged periods of standing, bending, pulling, walking, sitting, etc.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, lift, bend, and walk for an extended period.

Other:

• Must be open to travel, being away from home 1-2 months during harvest season.
• Must be available to work irregular schedule, seven days/week when harvesting or no work due to slow harvest or bad weather. 
• Must be able to provide own transportation to work-site(s)
• Must be able to follow basic instructions.
• Must be willing to work extended hours as needed (including weekends and holidays).

The Pictsweet Company is an equal opportunity employer.  M/F/V/H