Irrigation Laborer

Milton Freewater OR

Description

Professional organic farming operation near Milton-Freewater, Oregon is hiring for irrigation labor positions. Primary daily responsibilities will include executing handline rotations, operating wheel lines, and supporting the lead irrigator with maintenance and operation of pivots. Additional responsibilities will include supporting row crop management operations and miscellaneous other farm activities as required. These positions are fulltime and year-round. Job duties include, but not limited to: • Moving handline pipes in rotation as directed by the lead irrigator. • Moving wheel lines as directed by the lead irrigator. • Performing maintenance on all irrigation equipment used including pivots, handlines, wheel lines, and pumping infrastructure. • Supporting farm maintenance including mowing, weed eating, burning ditches, etc. Preferred candidates will: • Have a background in agriculture with a firm passion for the industry. • Understand and accept that row crop farming has seasonal time commitment requirements. This will require additional hours on-farm during critical times through the growing season. • Have experience with row crop irrigation infrastructure. • Be ready to learn farm specific systems and processes. • Effectively communicate with management and co-workers. Compensation will be based on experience. Candidates will be subject to a background check prior to beginning employment. For all questions or to apply, reply to this ad.