Ag Equipment Operator

O que vai fazer

Texto original em inglês, como foi registrado no Departamento do Trabalho.

All work is in connection with the ginning of cotton and will include driving a module truck (3 Axel Truck) to and from fields bringing cotton modules to the gin for processing, driving a module truck and other equipment such as forklift and skid steer to feed cotton modules onto the gin feeder, hauling processed cotton bales from gin to warehouse, hauling cotton seed products within 150 miles of the gin, hauling cotton burrs within 150 miles of the gin, loading (wheel loader or equivalent equipment) and hauling cotton Round modules on tractor trailer (Tractor with 53 to 59 foot trailers or possible doubles) to the gin for processing. This job will require the driver to perform safety inspections on trucks, trailers, and equipment. Maintain and perform minor repairs on trucks, trailers, and equipment and minor daily and incidental upkeep to trucks, trailers, equipment, and worksite. While a CDL is not required to be hired for the job, some workers employed under this job order may possess or obtain such a license. Additionally they will perform a variety of manual labor duties in support of cotton gin operations, including work in and around the cotton gin, truck shop, equipment yard, warehouses, and surrounding grounds. Responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining the cotton gin and associated equipment by sweeping, shoveling, vacuuming, and removing cotton lint, seed, dirt, and debris; assisting with the loading, unloading, moving, and storage of cotton products, materials, and supplies; washing trucks, trailers, and equipment; assisting mechanics with tasks such as retrieving tools, cleaning parts, holding components, lubricating equipment, and replacing basic wear items under supervision; organizing tools, parts, and shop supplies; performing routine grounds maintenance, including mowing, weed removal, and general upkeep of buildings and facilities; assisting with seasonal preparation, maintenance, and cleanup of cotton ginning equipment; operating basic hand tools and, if trained, forklifts, skid steers, and similar equipment; and performing other manual labor and maintenance duties as assigned. Employees must be able to lift up to 75 pounds, stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, and work for extended periods indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions around dust, cotton lint, noise, and moving machinery. Workers are expected to follow all safety procedures, maintain regular attendance, and work overtime and weekends during peak cotton ginning season as required by the operation. During times of peak need and depending on weather or crop conditions, hours requested may increase to up to 12 hours per day; and over-night shifts. Approximate staggered entry: 12 workers to begin Oct 5; 23 workers to begin Oct 14; 23 workers to begin Oct 26.

Requisitos

Be able to work in extreme conditions such as heat, humidity, wind, cold. Lift and carry supplies. Follow instructions. Once hired, worker may be required to take a random drug test at no cost to the worker. Testing positive or failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment. Must be able to obtain appropriate drivers license within 30 days following hire and obtain clean driving record to be able to operate company vehicle. Lift up to 75 lbs.

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