Tractor/Herbicide Operator

Tractor/Herbicide Operator JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a tractor operator to operate our mower and herbicide application equipment.
Complete herbicide applications and operate tractors with PTO-driven 5' and 7' mowing decks throughout Cherrylake's production areas to control weeds on premises.
Operate tractor while spraying post- and pre-emergent herbicides to production areas with a boom and hand wand or with a hand wand on foot.
Backpack/pump sprayers, shaker cans, and belly grinders may also be used.
Pulling weeds as needed.
Wear appropriate PPE at all times.
Data entry and communication using mobile electronic devices.
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If you are seeking a temporary employment opportunity instead, please email hrsupport@cherrylake.
com or stop by the main office to complete an employment application.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES • Operate tractors with a PTO-powered Hypro pump or mower decks like Bush Hogs.
• Simultaneously apply herbicide with a spray boom and hand wand sprayer.
• Safely operate tractors and equipment in regulation with Cherrylake's procedures.
• Perform general preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Mowing and spraying in a safe and efficient manner.
• Spray areas include, but are not limited to section borders, groundcovers, row and bed middles, in/around pots, and the perimeter of the property.
• Always wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Follow chemical mixing formulas and procedures.
• Follow regulations set by labels and the WPS when handling, mixing, and applying chemicals.
• Submit completed works digitally for documentation and workflow recording.
• Report potential plant health related issues seen on the farm.
• During periods of wind/rain or limited work the Member may apply fertilizer or perform hand drenches to crops.
• Hand pulling weeds as needed.
• Communicate any questions, concerns, or incidents.
• All other duties assigned QUALIFICATIONS • 1+ month of prior experience working in a nursery or tree farm, in cultivation/harvesting and/or installation of commercial plant material, handling both manual and machine tasks associated with commodity production and harvest activities.
• Prior experience with agricultural tractors, herbicide applications, and mowing is preferred.
• Plant knowledge and identification is a plus.
• Knowledge of agricultural equipment is a plus.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT / HOURS OF WORK Physical Job Duties • Work can be repetitive and physically demanding, requiring frequent bending, lifting, and shoveling.
• Regularly required to stand; walk; bend; crouch; squat; stoop or kneel.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
Job Site Conditions • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, outside weather (heat or cold), and moving mechanical equipment.
Work Hours • Monday - Saturday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, additional hours may be required depending on organizational needs.
NOTICE CHERRYLAKE, INC.
RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR REQUIRE ADDITIONAL DUTIES AT ITS DISCRETION.
DFWP, EOE & EVERIFY