Applicator / Machinery Operator

Position Summary The Applicator / Machinery Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of modern agricultural equipment used in crop production. The employee operates self-propelled sprayers, tractors, planters, tillage equipment, seeders, and harvesting equipment while performing field operations, maintaining machinery, and following established farm safety procedures. Primary Duties and Responsibilities • Operate self-propelled sprayers to apply herbicides, pesticides, fungicides, and liquid fertilizers according to label directions, farm procedures, and applicable regulations. • Operate tractors and agricultural machinery to prepare land, perform tillage, plant, seed, cultivate, and harvest corn, soybeans, wheat, alfalfa, and triticale. • Load and unload seed, fertilizer, crop protection products, harvested crops, and other agricultural materials using farm equipment. • Calibrate spraying equipment and calculate application rates, field acreage, product quantities, and operating speeds to ensure accurate product application. • Monitor machinery during operation to detect equipment malfunctions and ensure efficient field performance. • Perform routine inspections, lubrication, cleaning, preventative maintenance, and seasonal servicing of farm machinery and equipment. • Carry out minor repairs and replace worn or damaged components to minimize equipment downtime. • Maintain accurate field operation records, including acreage covered, products applied, application rates, and equipment maintenance activities. • Follow all workplace health and safety procedures, including the safe handling, storage, and transportation of agricultural chemicals and fuels. • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop, machinery storage area, and equipment yard. • Assist with loading, unloading, transporting, and storing harvested crops and agricultural inputs. • Operate GPS-guided precision agriculture systems and electronic monitors to improve field efficiency and application accuracy. • Perform pre-operational and post-operational equipment inspections and report mechanical issues requiring major repairs. • Assist with other general crop production activities as required during peak planting and harvest seasons. Preferred Employment Requirements • Operating self-propelled sprayers, tractors, planters, seeders, tillage, and harvesting equipment • Knowledge of crop production practices for corn, soybeans, wheat, alfalfa, and triticale. • Ability to safely operate, maintain, and perform minor repairs on agricultural equipment. • Good mathematical skills for equipment calibration and application rate calculations. • Knowledge of pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and safe application procedures. • Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. • Valid Ontario driver's licence. An AZ licence is considered an asset. Working Conditions • Outdoor work in varying weather conditions. • Standing, walking, climbing, lifting, bending, and extended periods of operating machinery. • Seasonal overtime required during planting, spraying, and harvest. • Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and agricultural chemicals while following appropriate safety procedures and using personal protective equipment. Hours and Compensation • 40 hours per week, with overtime during peak agricultural seasons. • One-year full-time employment contract. • Wage: $32.67 per hour • No employee benefits.

The operator is responsible for the safe operation of sprayers, tractors, and harvesting equipment for various crops. Duties include applying agricultural chemicals, performing routine machinery maintenance, and utilizing precision agriculture systems.

Candidates should have experience operating diverse agricultural machinery and knowledge of crop production practices. A valid Ontario driver's licence is required, with an AZ licence considered an asset.

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• Agricultural Machinery Operation
• Crop Production
• Equipment Calibration
• Preventative Maintenance
• GPS-Guided Precision Agriculture
• Chemical Application
• Field Record Keeping
• Farm Safety Procedures
• Mechanical Repair
• Mathematical Calculation

• Agriculture
• Trades
• Manufacturing

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

1 févr. 2027

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level

Mode de candidature

La candidature directe est offerte