Job Title: Farm Operator / Truck Driver
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Farm Operator / Truck Driver to join our team and support large-scale corn and soybean farming operations across 20,000 acres. This role involves operating brand-new John Deere equipment, hauling agricultural products using semi-trucks, and performing routine maintenance to ensure machinery runs efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and experience with both modern farming practices and commercial driving.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operated advanced John Deere equipment, including tractors, planters, sprayers, and harvesters, to carry out field operations such as planting, fertilizing, spraying, and harvesting.
- Drove semi-trucks to haul grain, fertilizer, and seed between fields, storage facilities, and suppliers, following all DOT regulations.
- Performed daily inspections, routine maintenance, and minor repairs on farm equipment and trucks to maximize operational uptime.
- Assisted with equipment setup, calibration, and cleaning before and after field operations.
- Maintained accurate records of loads hauled, maintenance completed, and fieldwork performed.
- Supported general farm activities as needed, including loading/unloading materials, staging equipment, and helping with seasonal tasks.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience operating large agricultural machinery.
- Valid CDL (Class A preferred) with a clean driving record.
- Strong mechanical skills and ability to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
- Familiarity with precision agriculture technology and GPS systems is a plus.
- Ability to work extended hours during planting and harvest seasons.
- Team player with strong communication and time management skills.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Modern equipment and tools
- Opportunities for growth and advancements.
- Health Insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Commute:
- Minonk, IL 61760 (Required)
Work Location: In person