Operator 1 @ RDO

About Threemile Canyon Farms

For more than 20 years, Threemile Canyon Farms has responsibly provided for the nutritional needs of a growing population through our sustainable dairy and farming operations. While we are proud of our contributions, we know that what sets us apart is not just what we do, but how we do it.

We were early innovators in building a "closed loop" system of sustainable farming, which is made possible by our decision to bring together crop farming and dairy production. These are highly complementary pursuits – particularly when it comes to recycling waste. We put organic waste back into the soil, which not only minimizes the amount of waste we produce but also helps keep our crops healthy. With more than 39,500 acres of irrigated farmland, we understand that our commitment to responsible farming is important to us as well as our community.

Job Duties Include

• Be a self-starter; ability to work independently as well as with other team members and management
• Attend required company meetings and training and participate in constructive discussion
• Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook
• Conduct self in the presence of customers and community so as to present a professional image of Threemile Canyon Farms
• Proactively seek and participate in available company-sponsored training, in an effort to develop and advance knowledge base and skill set
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service
• Operate equipment safely and verify that equipment is in proper working condition by checking tires, oil and fluid levels, greasing equipment, cleaning radiator, and performing visual inspection. Recognize and report malfunctions and needed service.
• Document materials hauled to crop circles with dates, equipment number, material hauled, source and destination.
• Clean Separator screens, ground underneath, and separated solids on slab.
• Maintain settling cells so solids do not overflow and reach the lagoon.
• Make bedding by harrowing, drying solids, and piling it up with front end loader.
• Make compost windrows, turn windrows, pile and screen compost.
• Maintain clean working areas including bar screens, transfer pits, reception pits, work station, parking lot, waste management grounds and equipment. Clean dairy pens and/or corrals with front end loader and trucks. Use hand tools when necessary.
• Spread solid or liquid manure using vacuum trailers, manure spreaders, and tractors.
• Operate pumps and boosters used to transfer liquid manure. Assist in flush system maintenance.
• Repair pumps, bar screens, and other waste management equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Supervisor or Management.

Scope and Accountability

• Decisions and actions of the incumbent do not directly impact the company's revenue and operations; they may affect cow health and performance and crop yields.
• Follows routine procedures and established guidelines, does not independently make decisions, and performs work under moderate to close supervision.
• Works under established guidelines and controls including Corporate Social Responsibility Report, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), CRD Standard Operating Procedures, GAP (Good Agricultural Practices), EPA/WPS (Environmental Protection Agency/Worker's Protection Standards), Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and the Oregon Department of Labor.

Education and/or Experience; Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, and
• A minimum of 6 months of experience operating farm equipment, or
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training that would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the successful performance of the essential job duties.
• Valid Oregon State driver's license and driving record satisfactory to insurance carrier.
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Candidate must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Methods and techniques used in general maintenance of grounds and equipment.
• Safe operation of trucks, tractors, skid steer loaders, wheel loaders, manure spreaders, vacuum trailers, and various other types of light and heavy equipment.
• Hazards connected with work, such as entry of confined spaces and equipment that starts automatically.
• Conditions and techniques needed to produce quality compost.

Able to:

• Communicate in basic English and/or Spanish.
• Maintain punctual and consistent attendance.
• Work extra hours as needed.
• Follow and understand equipment and safety procedures.
• Operate hand and power tools needed for the performance of duties.
• Assist mechanics in repairing equipment.
• Work safely around cows, equipment and other people and use required safety equipment.
• Record manure application and machine operation.

Work Environment

• Majority of work is outdoors with some exposure to extreme weather conditions and exposure to flowing and standing water, manure, manure solids, oils and greases, trash, odors, dust, and flies.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stretch, see and/or respond to visual cues, and reach with arms for up to 10 hours.
• Regularly lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 80 lbs.