Farm Irrigator – Burbank, WA

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

Assists in the general irrigation operation of a large scale farm through maintenance and repair of irrigation pivots.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair pivot irrigation systems to ensure proper irrigation for crops in a timely manner.
• Assist in the maintenance of the entire irrigation system, buried pipes and wires, valving, etc.
• Assist in maintaining the farm’s physical property which may include building repairs, cleanup, etc.
• Proper use and maintenance of all supplied safety equipment/gear.
• Other duties as assigned.

Relevant Experience

• 1 year related experience with pivot irrigation systems and general farming operations.

Requirements

• Ability to understand and speak English.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to work well with others in a fast paced environment.
• Able to be on time for shift.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb ladders to work at varying heights.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed heat, cold, wind, wet and humid conditions.
• The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job Requisition ID: 22313

Travel Required: None

Location(s): L&L Farm Pasco – Burbank

Country: United States

Wage range or rate of pay: 20.12/HR

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Attractive total rewards package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• 401(k) savings plan
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (where applicable)
• Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
• Education Assistance (where applicable)
• Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com
• The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**

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