Tractor Driver
Core
Operating large tractors to transfer produce bins, performing manual harvesting, planting, and post-harvest crop treatment.
Role type
Farm operations tractor driver
Builds
Horticultural produce (fruits, vegetables) for local markets
Domain
Agriculture / Horticulture
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Tractor operation, manual harvesting, pesticide application, irrigation equipment setup, vehicle maintenance, seed planting, load handling
Preferred skills
Forklift license, Chemical Accreditation (ChemCert)
Responsibilities
Operate big tractor for produce transfer, inspect and grade crops, apply pesticides/herbicides/fertilizers, clean irrigation ditches, assist with minor vehicle repairs, dig and plant seeds by hand, harvest fruits and vegetables by hand, load products into trucks, perform daily pre-start checks, record crop information