This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/11555193 Plant, cultivate and harvest Alfalfa, soybeans, corn and wheat by machine. Operate different series of New Holland tractors. Use hand tools such as shovels and scrapers. Cover silage and haylege piles with plastic and tires. Tractor and equipment maintenance, greasing implements and other small equipment. Driving and hauling alfalfa wagons pulled by tractors. Till soil and apply manure to fields. Repair fences and farm buildings. Harrow and fertilize soil. Repair and maintain farm vehicles, implements and mechanical equipment.

Install/ maintain irrigation systems and water lines.

Apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protectants. Apply fertilizers, plant growth chemicals, conditioners, and other plant related treatments at the correct times depending on plant type, growth, and climate and crop conditions. We will teach this person how to spray fields using our Apache 1200 series sprayer. They will also learn what chemicals and how to mix them in the Apache sprayer.

Harvest time the worker may be operating a combine, driving the auger cart, hauling grain with a truck, unloading grain into a bin.

As minor duties, workers may feed cows, water cows, remove manure from pens, and apply new bedding for the cows to lie on. Most of this work is done with the use of a Gehl skid steer.

Workers must operate all equipment properly and in a manner that protects operator, others, the employer\'s products and property. Failure to comply with safety requirements and operating instructions may result in disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination.

Use hand tools including but not limited to hammer, pliers, screwdriver, electric drill and wrenches. A good overall knowledge to how to be able to troubleshoot and fix some small tractor issues. Lift, carry, and load/unload products or supplies. Repair Fences.

Must wear assigned personal protective equipment when required. Must report for work daily wearing work clothing and boots or other durable foot wear. Workers wearing clothing inappropriate for work will not be permitted to start work.

Outdoor work required when plants are wet, or during light rain, snow, moderate winds, direct sun, high humidity and extreme temperatures. Temperatures in fields during working hours may vary. Workers may be required to work during occasional showers not severe enough to stop field operations. Allergies to ragweed, goldenrod, honey bees, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, or related chemicals may affect a worker\'s ability to perform the job. Work is done outdoors for long periods of time and requires prolonged periods of standing and/or walking, repetitive movements, and frequent bending and/or stooping. Workers must be able to handle, lift, and carry heavy or bulky objects (product, containers) up to 60lbs.

Supervisor(s) will provide instructions and directions to workers. Workers must be able to comprehend and follow instructions and communicate effectively to supervisors. Unusual, complex or non-routine activities will be supervised. Workers expected to perform basic duties in a proficient manner without close supervision.

Employer may request, but not require, workers to work more than the stated daily hours and/or on a worker\'s Sabbath or federal holidays. Workers will have an unpaid lunch break. Worker must report to work at designated time and place each day. Daily or weekly work schedule may vary due to weather, sunlight, temperature, crop conditions, and other factors. Employer will notify workers of any change to start time.

TERMINATION. Prior to any termination for cause, employer evaluates workers\' performance of required tasks and compliance with Work Rules and other employer policies.