Land and Sky Grains is a progressive grain farm committed to empowering sustainable agriculture, located north of Grenfell, Sask. This opportunity is for a PERMANENT FULL-TIME or SEASONAL Primary Agriculture Production Operator with 5 years of experience. A Class 1A license is preferred, but not required.
Duties in this role will be varied, including operating farm equipment, hauling grain, and maintenance of both farm equipment and properties.
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And on our website: www.landandskygrains.com
Essential Functions:
· Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment;
· Perform general farm duties;
· Plant, and tillage operations;
· Fertilize and spray crops;
· Harvest crops;
· Haul grain and/or assist in moving grain;
· Maintain equipment and shop, including daily preventative maintenance and winter repair and service;
· Use technology hardware/software for efficient task completion and accurate data collection;
· Maintain farm and landowner properties, including shop, bins, and yard;
· Safely and efficiently operate a variety of power hand tools and large farm equipment;
· Participate in inventory management and communicate needs with manager;
· Maintain a neat and safe work environment;
· Work within a team.
What You Bring:
· High School Diploma or GED;
· Ability to frequently lift and carry items up to 50 lbs;
· Willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions;
· Class 1A Drivers license;
· Acceptable driver’s abstract;
· 10+ years of experience in crop farming;
· GIS/GPS technology knowledge;
· Strong communication skills;
· Ability to work longer hours during critical seasons;
· Excellent interpersonal skills;
· Flexibility in adapting to a wide variety of tasks and functions.
Assets:
· Post-Secondary education;
· Experience maintaining and repairing Heavy Duty, Agriculture, or Truck and Transport equipment; apprenticeship opportunities available!
· Administrative experience;
· Leadership experience.
Compensation Package:
Starting wage for candidates who meet all essential qualifications is $30.00/hr, or relevant to experience. There will be periodic wage reviews and the ability to move within the scale. Career advancement / specialization opportunities will be available for high performing employees in the following areas: operations, trucking, mechanics/welding, technology and GIS.
In addition, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes a cell phone allowance, Workers Compensation coverage, education and training, and more, as determined by your employment status. If you enjoy the sport of hunting, Land & Sky offers ample hunting grounds with preferential access for employees.
We retain all applications (in confidence) for a minimum of 1 year.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Grenfell, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- on-farm: 2 years (preferred)
Language:
- fluent English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 1A License (required)
Work Location: In person
