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Job Description ***** Job Seekers***** If you are interested in this position, meet the experience requirements, and are willing to commit to the entire contract period, please go to your local workforce center to be apprised of all terms and conditions of employment and application instructions. Position: Agricultural Equipment Operators Requirements: Job requires having or being able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Basic English literacy skills are required. Job will require periods when workers may be exposed to varying weather conditions & extreme temperatures and extensive sitting or walking. Random drug testing and criminal background checks may occur post-hire at the employer's expense. Anticipated hours of work per week: 65 Job Description: Job requires the application, handling, and management of manure as part of the company's nutrient management program. Employees are responsible for loading and applying manure to agricultural fields at specific rates to ensure proper fertilization while minimizing environmental impact. This includes handling slurry manure using frac tanks, tractors, pumps, and large capacity spreaders to ensure safety and compliance prior to transport and application. Employees may also manage and oversee manure stockpiles, ensuring proper storage and monitoring for potential runoff or contamination. Accurate load and time sheets must be completed in a timely manner to support record keeping. The role requires preparing, maintaining, cleaning, servicing and operating equipment used for manure handling and application. Routine inspections and preventative maintenance of machinery are expected to ensure operational readiness, safety and efficiency. Basic troubleshooting and mechanical repair assistance may be required to keep equipment functioning properly. During winter months or in periods of snow accumulation, the position may include snow removal responsibilities. This involves operating snow removal equipment to clear snow from driveways, access roads, and equipment pathways. Sand or salt may be applied to maintain safe walking and driving conditions around livestock areas and work zones. Timely snow removal is essential to prevent disruption in daily operations, including feeding and equipment access. The employer reserves the right to increase workers' pay or provide bonuses based on tenure, performance or other factors that are solely at the discretion of the employer. Schedule: Monday-Saturday, 7:00am to 5:00pm, 11hrs Monday-Friday and 10hrs on Saturday Anticipated period of employment: 9/4/26- 6/30/27 Application deadline: 1/31/2027 Job location: Ault, CO and various sites in Weld and Morgan County in Colorado. Pay: $16.28/HR, paid bi-weekly Effective 1/1/25: Overtime must be paid after 48 hours/week, or 56 hours/week for up to 22 "peak weeks" for highly seasonal employers. ***** Contact the local workforce center for more information. *****WFC STAFF: OFFICIAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT (ETA 790A) IS ATTACHED TO THIS JOB POSTING UNDER "DOCUMENTS

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