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Need 10 full-time, seasonal, temporary Agricultural Equipment Operators to work in Fergus Falls, MN., and travelling to OK, KS, NE, SD, ND, MN (see itinerary below). From: 03/15/2024 to 12/15/2024 Work: 48 hrs./week, Mon.-Fri. 9 hrs./day, Sat. 3 hrs./day. 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 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. In Minnesota only, all work performed in excess of 48 hours in a work week will be paid at 1.5 times the regular rate of pay. Must Apply By: 07/31/2024 JOB DUTIES: Crops/Commodities include corn, soybeans, small grains. Operates self-propelled custom class harvesting machines to harvest a variety of grain and oilseed crops. Adjusts speed of cutters, blowers and conveyors, as well as the height of the cutting head, using hand tools. Changes cutting head as appropriate for crop and prepares for transport. Services machinery and makes in-field repairs. Drives 4-wheel drive tractor to pull tillage equipment. Harvest crops/commodities at a diversified farming operation. Use farm equipment to cut, pull, dig, thresh, clean, chop, bag, or bundle harvested crops. 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. Work is to be done in the field for long periods of time. Work requires repetitive movements. Allergies to ragweed, goldenrod, insect spray, related chemicals, etc. may affect workers' ability to perform the job. Workers should be physically able to do the work required. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Minimum (6) months verifiable prior experience operating/servicing agricultural equipment such as combines, tractors, sprayers, and balers. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. Able to perform work requiring exposure to extreme temperatures, extensive pushing, pulling, sitting, walking, frequent stooping, bending over, and repetitive movements. Employer-paid drug testing required. Clean driving record required. Must have or be able to obtain driver's license within 30 days following hire. No minimum education required. EXPECTED ITINERARY: MN - 03/15/2024 to 05/20/2024 OK - 05/21/2024 to 05/31/2024 KS - 06/01/2024 to 06/30/2024 NE - 07/01/2024 to 07/15/2024 SD - 07/16/2024 to 08/15/2024 ND - 08/16/2024 to 09/15/2024 MN - 09/16/2024 to 12/15/2024 WAGE RATES per hour: MN - $18.50 OK - $15.55 KS, NE, SD, ND - $18.32 EMPLOYER ASSURANCES: Work guaranteed for 3/4 of contract period, starting with date of arrival at work site. Employer provides free housing for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Employer pays inbound transportation and subsistence to work site upon 50% completion of work contract for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Daily subsistence will be provided at a rate of at least $15.88 per day during travel to a maximum of $59.00 per day with receipts. Required work-related tools and supplies provided free of charge by employer. HOW TO APPLY: Send resume showing work experience to: MN DEED/FLC, Attn: H-2A#24-183, JO#14109201 180 E Fifth St., Suite 1200, St. Paul, MN 55101-1678. CALL: Mary Garcia, FLC Coordinator 651-259-7513 Must have proof of legal authority to work in U.S. This Job Order replaces original Job Order #13944039.