Ag Equipment Operator
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Job overview
Steve Mcglynn is hiring an Ag Equipment Operator. The Ag Equipment Operator will load and unload crops or materials, mix chemicals, and spray solutions to control pests and weeds. This role involves operating and maintaining various agricultural equipment such as tractors, combines, and irrigation systems, as well as driving trucks to transport crops and supplies. The operator will also be responsible for tilling soil, planting, cultivating, harvesting, and storing grain crops.
Key focus areas include Load and unload crops or containers of materials, manually or using equipment, Mix specified materials or chemicals, and dump solutions, powders, or seeds into machinery, and Spray fertilizer or pesticide solutions to control insects, fungus, weed growth, and diseases.
Successful candidates bring 3+ Months Experience, Driver's License Within 30 Days, and English Speaking. Important skills include Load And Unload Crops Or Containers, Mix Specified Materials Or Chemicals, Dump Solutions, Powders, Or Seeds Into Planter Or Sprayer Machinery, Spray Fertilizer Or Pesticide Solutions, Observe And Listen To Machinery Operation, and Manipulate Controls To Set, Activate, And Adjust Mechanisms On Machinery.
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Job Duties
Start Date: 06/15/2026
End Date: 11/16/2026
Work hours:
54 hours/week, Monday - Saturday
10 hours/day; 4 hours on Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Must Apply By: 09/1/2026
Job Duties:
Load and unload crops or containers of materials, manually or using conveyors, hand trucks, forklifts, or transfer augers. Mix specified materials or chemicals, and dump solutions, powders, or seeds into planter or sprayer machinery. Spray fertilizer or pesticide solutions to control insects, fungus and weed growth, and diseases, using hand sprayers. Observe and listen to machinery operation to detect equipment malfunctions. Manipulate controls to set, activate, and adjust mechanisms on machinery. Operate or tend equipment used in agricultural production, such as tractors, combines, and irrigation equipment. Maintain farm machinery and notify supervisors when machinery malfunctions. Attach farm implements such as plows, discs, sprayers, or harvesters to tractors, using bolts and hand tools. Load hoppers, containers, or conveyors to feed machines with products, using forklifts, transfer augers, suction gates, shovels, or pitchforks. Operate towed machines such as seed drills or manure spreaders to plant, fertilize, dust, and spray crops. Drive trucks to haul crops, supplies, tools, or farm workers. Drive and operate farm machinery to plant, cultivate, harvest and store grain crops. Till soil, plant and cultivate grain. Tow harvesting equipment. Drive and operate self-propelled combine.
Farming with: Canola, Soybeans, Spring Wheat, Sugar Beets
Minimum Education Required
None. No High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum Experience Required
Minimum of 3 months experience required.
Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire, as certain roles may require a valid driver's license and a clean driving record for operating company vehicles.
Workers must have positive verifiable experience relevant to the job and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks.
Workers must be able to speak English.
Employees must adhere to strict biosecurity, company policies, and food safety guidelines, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Workers must be responsible, follow instructions, and comply with attendance, punctuality, and work schedules, as repeated absenteeism, failure to meet job expectations, misconduct, insubordination, or violations of safety protocols may result in termination.
The use of electronic devices during work hours is restricted to emergencies, and smoking, alcohol, and firearms are strictly prohibited in work areas.
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
2
Public Transportation Accessible
No
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
Yes
Physical Required
No
Drug Test Required
No
Compensation
$19.33 / Hourly
Additional Compensation
Exceptional performance may be rewarded with additional compensation or benefits at the employer's discretion.
As required for all workers 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
56713
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
H-2A#26-391
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 $16.78 per day during travel to a maximum of $68.00 per day with receipts (Updated 04/07/2026). 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, 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#26-391
180 E. 5th St., Suite 1200, 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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