Farm Mechanic/Operator
Company: Gunvalson Farms
Location: Rochester
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Who we AreGunvalson Farms, Inc. is a wild rice and soybean
farming operation located in the pine to prairie region near Trail,
Minnesota. We specialize in growing wild rice on 5000+ acres of
peat soil paddies rotated with soybeans and red potatoes. Due to
the unique nature of our specialty crop operation we are in need of
skilled mechanics and fabricators to build and maintain the custom
built equipment used in our operation.Job OverviewWe are looking
for a full-time Farm Mechanic/Operator to maintain and operate farm
equipment. Our start date is April 2023 however we are flexible on
timing.Necessary QualificationsUS Citizen with valid US Driver's
LicenseFarm or Mechanic background with 2+ years experience and/or
an Associate's Degree in Diesel Equipment Technology or related
program. Experience with Case IH tractors and combines is a
plus.Mechanically inclined with knowledge and experience with
repairs of farm equipment.Ability to lift 100 lbs.Ability to
competently operate farm machinery.Welding and metal working
experience is preferred.Must have computer skills.Ability to work
with minimal supervision.Ability to work long hours during harvest
season (August 25th October 25th).Ability to meet insurability
standards to drive a company vehicle.Must be a self-starter with a
positive attitude who shows respect to others.PerksFlexible hours
in summer & winter if desired. Maintaining a healthy work-life
balance for the team is very important to us.We will sponsor
career-long professional training and certification
opportunities.Tool/equipment reimbursement.Access to 7000+ acres of
prime waterfowl/small game hunting habitat.Full kitchen, laundry,
and shower facilities on-site.Yearly teambuilding
events.CompensationWe offer competitive compensation depending on
experience and prior work history. We will at a minimum match or
exceed your current pay if you are currently employed in a similar
role.1.5x overtime pay.4 weeks PTO. Unused PTO paid out as year-end
bonus.Employer matched 401k plan for first 3%.Employer sponsored
Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare (Silver Plan) available.
Keywords: Gunvalson Farms, Rochester , Farm Mechanic/Operator, Engineering , Rochester, Minnesota
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