Maintenance Tech/Farm Equipment Operator- Internship
INTERNSHIP
Maintenance Tech/Farm Equipment Operator
Larson Acres Inc. is an established family-owned dairy farm in southern Wisconsin. We do our best to demonstrate innovation with new ideas that improve and grow the farm while staying committed to good stewardship for our employees, cows and the environment. We engage our employees and promote a positive, rewarding, fulfilling, and fun working environment. We are looking for someone who is motivated, self-directed, and hard working to join our team for an internship to assist in crop production which includes harvesting; manure application; other equipment operation and repair; as well as other farm repairs.
Essential knowledge, skills, and attributes:
§ Ability to operate heavy equipment in a safe manner
§ Basic mechanical knowledge
§ Ability to use basic hand tools
§ Ability to tolerate exposure to manure, hot and cold weather, and handle dirty parts
§ Ability to lift 50lbs
§ Effective problem solver and time management
§ Ability to follow written and oral directions, and communicate effectively in English
§ Ability to work independently and with a variety of people types and personalities
§ Willingness to work varying hours, long shifts, weekends and holidays
Education and experience:
§ Prior experience in farm work preferred
§ Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
Work Schedule
§ Approximately May 15-Sept. 1 (possibility to extend time)
§ Minimum 50 hour work week.
Pay- $13.00
Interested persons should submit their application or resume by December 1, 2019. Information may be mailed to Larson Acres at 18218 W State Road 59, Evansville, WI, or emailed to employment@larsonacres.com.