Farm Equipment Operator

*Farm Equipment Operator*We are looking for an individual that has experience operating Farm Equipment, the family farm has various types of Farm Equipment some equipped with GPS & Precision Technology.Are you have are currently working for a Retail Fertilizer Company or have operated a Sprayer/Fertilizer Spreader and looking for fewer seasonal hours with a flex schedule during the winter?CDL is not required, but will need to be obtained after starting full time. Cost of CDL is covered by employer. Employer will also cover cost of any Agricultural Certifications the Farm Equipment Operator may desire to help increase their pay (CCA, Pesticide License, HAZMAT).The Farm does store grain facility on farm. No long grain lines to wait in.Sign on bonus paid after 6 months on job & $1000 per month paid towards medical. Farm also offers employer match for retirement. Opportunity to hunt timber ground and several areas throughout the farm during offseason.*Seasonal Workload: (2500 hour average per year including paid vacation & holidays)**Winter Months :** Full Time Pay with Flex Schedule, Opportunity to gain Certifications and continued educational.* Equipment Inspected by John Deere Dealership, Major Repairs completed by Dealership. Minor repairs in house* Clean, Lubricating, and Prepping for Spring Use*Spring Months:** Assisting with Field work, & Planting* Operating Sprayer for Pre- Plant and Post Application*Summer Months:** Final Sprayer Application Passes* Harvest Equipment Prep* Farm Lot Mowing & Light Farm work*Fall Months:** Harvest Operations* Clean Equipment and Park for WinterJob Type: Full-timePay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hourBenefits:* Flexible schedule* Paid time off* Professional development assistance* Referral program* Relocation assistance* Tuition reimbursementApplication Question(s):* What type of farm equipment have you recently operated (Task & Model of Equipment)?* Do you have experience with John Deere Greenstar GPS systems, AgLeader, Trimble, or TopCon GPS?* Have you operated a grain cart during harvest?* Do you have experience working longer seasonal agriculture hours?Ability to Commute:* Springfield, IL 62707 (Required)Ability to Relocate:* Springfield, IL 62707: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-12