Agricultural Equipment Operator
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SJS Farms, Inc. is hiring an Agricultural Equipment Operator. SJS Farms, Inc. is seeking an Agricultural Equipment Operator to operate self-propelled custom harvesting machines for various grain and oilseed crops. The role involves adjusting machinery components using hand tools, changing cutting heads as needed, and performing in-field repairs. No truck driving is required for this position.
Key focus areas include Operate self-propelled custom harvesting machines, Adjust speed cutter, blowers, and conveyors, and Adjust height of cutting head using hand tools.
Successful candidates bring No High School Diploma Required, Regular Driver's License, and 3+ Months Experience. Important skills include Operate Self-Propelled Custom Harvesting Machines, Adjust Speed Cutter, Adjust Blowers, Adjust Conveyors, Adjust Height Of Cutting Head, and Use Hand Tools.
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Job Duties
Start Date: 05/11/2026
End Date: 12/20/2026
Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday - Friday, 8 hours/day, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday 0 hours/day)
Must Apply By: 08/31/2026
Job Duties:
Operates self-propelled custom harvesting machines to harvest a variety of grain and oilseed crops. Adjusts speed cutter, blowers and conveyors and height of cutting head, using hand tools. Changes cutting head as appropriate for crop. Employees will be required to operate farm equipment. No truck driving is required. Employees will also service machinery and make in field repairs.
Expected Itinerary:
Loretto MN, Hanover, MN 5/11/2026 - 6/30/2026
Bennett, CO 7/1/2026 - 7/31/2026
Floweree, MT 8/1/2026 - 8/14/2026
Eureka, SD 8/15/2026 - 8/21/2026
Sherwood, ND 8/22/2026 - 8/31/2026
St. Michael, MN 9/1/2026 - 11/30/2026
Overton, NE 12/1/2026 - 12/14/2026
Loretto, MN, Hanover, MN 12/1/2026 - 12/20/2026
Minimum Education Required
No High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum Experience Required
Requires a regular driver's license and 3 months experience.
Driver Requirements: Yes
Criminal Background Check: No
Drug Screen: No
Lifting Requirement: No
Exposure to Extreme Temperatures: No
Extensive Pushing or Pulling: No
Extensive Sitting or Walking: No
Frequent Stooping or Bending Over: No
Repetitive Movements: No
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
4
Public Transportation Accessible
No
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
Yes
Physical Required
No
Drug Test Required
No
Compensation
$17.48 - $20.02 / Hourly
Additional Compensation
Hourly Wages paid are determined by the state where the work is performed.
Wage Rates per Hour by state:
MN: $19.33
CO: $20.02
MT: $18.48
SD: $17.48
ND: $18.48
NE: $19.26
Only in Minnesota, hours worked in excess of 48 hours in a work week will be paid at the rate of 1.5 times the regular rate of pay.
Postal Code
56357
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
H-2A #26-363
Job Benefits
EMPLOYER ASSURANCES: Work guaranteed for 3/4 of contract period, starting with date of arrival at work site. Employer provides free housing for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Employer pays inbound transportation and subsistence to work site upon 50% completion of work contract for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Daily subsistence will be provided at a rate of at least $16.28 per day during travel to a maximum of $68.00 per day with receipts. Required work-related tools and supplies provided free of charge by employer.
Effective Jan 1, 2024, per MN State Statute, an employee will earn one hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked within Minnesota, up to at least 48 hours of accrued Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) per year, provided the employee works a minimum of 80 hours in a calendar year.
Application Instructions
Send resume listing experience to:
MN DEED/FLC
Attn: H-2A#26-363
180 E. 5th St., Suite1200, St. Paul, MN 55101
FAX: 651-297-7722
EMAIL: [email protected]
CALL: Mary Garcia 651-259-7513
Must have proof of legal authority to work in U.S.
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