Job Information
Maynard Peterson Ag Equipment Operator in Stephen, Minnesota
Job Duties
Start Date: 03/01/2026
End Date: 12/15/2026
Work 45 hours per week Monday - Friday 8:00A.M - 5:00P.M and Saturday 8:00A.M - 1:00P.M
Must Apply By: 07/24/2026
Job Duties: Operating farm equipment, hauling commodities from field to storage, fieldwork including tilling, planting, spraying, harvesting and other job duties associated with raising these crops. Maintenance and cleaning of farm equipment and trucks, mowing and yard work. Must be able to learn technology used in equipment. Must have a positive attitude and work well with others. Must have mechanical ability and take pride in their work.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Minimum Education Required
No High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum Experience Required
Requires 3 months experience.
Job requires a regular driver's license.
Employer will conduct post-hire drug tests at no cost to the employee to enforce a drug free workplace policy. Failing a drug test will result in termination.
Employer will conduct post-hire criminal background checks at no cost to the employee and will not employ anyone with a felony/theft criminal background as required by the workplace safety policy and company hiring practices as allowed by law.
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
No
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
Yes
Physical Required
No
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$19.33 / Hourly
Additional Compensation
Employer may provide pay increases for performance, longevity and/or experience at employer’s discretion.
Employer may provide performance bonuses at the end of the contract at the employer’s discretion.
Postal Code
56757
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
H-2A #26-206
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#26-206
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.