Job Information
Central United Cooperative Agricultural Equipment Operator in Lafayette, Minnesota
Job Duties
Start Date: 04/20/2026
End Date: 12/01/2026
Hours: 48 hours/week, Monday - Saturday, 8 hours/day, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Sunday 0 hours/day)
Must Apply By: 08/11/2026
Job Duties:
Workers will assist in two main areas for on a farm for a farmer, this includes dry fertilizer application and grain bin erection. Prior to the application portion of the job workers will be expected to study for and obtain a commercial pesticide license. During the application portion of the job workers will: Mix dry fertilizer or other crop production products (chemicals), load truck with dry fertilizer or crop production products as well as load spraying equipment including spray applicators, tractors, and any safety equipment needed to handle the materials. Once arriving on the farm site workers will unload all necessary equipment and materials and apply dry fertilizer with TERREGATOR floaters or crop production products with a JOHN DEERE/CASE sprayer. Workers will also assist in maintaining farm systems and grain handling components such as grain bins, augers, dryers, etc. Workers may operate various types of equipment such as forklifts, skid loaders, or pickup trucks to transport. During down time some shop maintenance, grounds maintenance, tractor/sprayer maintenance such as oil changes, tire changes, and other mechanical maintenance might be required.
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Minimum Education Required
No High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum Experience Required
Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds. Extensive pushing and pulling is required. Extensive sitting is required. Repetitive movement is required. Workers must have positive verifiable experience relevant to the job and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks. Workers must be able to speak English. Employees must adhere to strict biosecurity, company policies, and food safety guidelines, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Certain roles may require a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire and a clean driving record for operating company vehicles. Exceptional performance may be rewarded with additional compensation or benefits at the employer's discretion. Workers must be responsible, follow instructions, and comply with attendance, punctuality, and work schedules, as repeated absenteeism, failure to meet job expectations, misconduct, insubordination, or violations of safety protocols may result in termination. The use of electronic devices during work hours is restricted to emergencies, and smoking, alcohol, and firearms are strictly prohibited in work areas and in employer-provided housing. Workers may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing at no cost to the employee, with failure to comply or a positive test result leading to termination.
Education Level: None
Experience Months: 3
Training Months: 0
Certification/License Requirements: No
Driver Requirements: Yes
Criminal Background Check: No
Drug Screen: Yes
Lifting Requirement: Yes - 60 lbs.
Exposure to Extreme Temperatures: No
Extensive Pushing or Pulling: Yes
Extensive Sitting or Walking: Yes
Frequent Stooping or Bending Over: No
Repetitive Movements: Yes
Supervise Others?: No
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
18
Public Transportation Accessible
No
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
Yes
Physical Required
No
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$19.33 / Hourly
Additional Compensation
Exceptional performance may be rewarded with additional compensation or benefits at the employer's discretion.
As required for all workers in Minnesota, hours worked in excess of 48 hours in a work week will be paid at the rate of 1.5 times the regular rate of pay.
Postal Code
56054
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
H-2A #26-366
Job Type
Full Time
Job Benefits
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 $16.28 per day during travel to a maximum of $68.00 per day with receipts. Required work-related tools and supplies provided free of charge by employer.
Effective Jan 1, 2024, per MN State Statute, an employee will earn one hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked, up to at least 48 hours of accrued Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) per year, provided the employee works a minimum of 80 hours in a calendar year.
Application Instructions
Send resume listing experience to:
MN DEED/FLC
Attn: H-2A#26-366
180 E. 5th St., Suite1200, St. Paul, MN 55101
FAX: 651-297-7722
EMAIL: foreignlaborcertification.DEED@state.mn.us
CALL: Mary Garcia 651-259-7513
Must have proof of legal authority to work in U.S.