Yard Worker / Farm Equipment Operator

Yard Worker / Farm Equipment Operator

Location: Lethbridge, AB
Pay Rate: $23.00/hour + Vacation Pay
Shift: 12-Hour Rotating Shifts

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a hardworking and reliable Yard Worker to join a busy agricultural operation in Lethbridge. This is a physically demanding position that involves operating farm machinery, maintaining equipment, and working outdoors in various weather conditions. The ideal candidate will have experience operating farm equipment and be comfortable working in cold environments.

This position is not accessible by public transit. Reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate farm equipment, including tractors, trailers, and other machinery
  
• Load, unload, and move materials throughout the yard
  
• Clean, inspect, and maintain farm equipment and implements
  
• Assist with general farm and yard operations
  
• Follow all health and safety procedures
  
• Work collaboratively with the team to support daily operations
  
• Report equipment issues and assist with basic maintenance as required

Mandatory Requirements

• Previous experience operating farm machinery and equipment
  
• Experience working outdoors in cold weather conditions and/or in refrigerated environments is required
  
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including heavy lifting, bending, and extended periods of standing and walking
  
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts
  
• Valid driver’s license
  
• Reliable transportation (own vehicle required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous agricultural, farming, yard, or equipment operation experience
  
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills
  
• Experience towing or operating trailers

Work Environment

This role requires working in:

• Outdoor environments year-round
  
• Cold weather conditions
  
• Refrigerated or temperature-controlled environments
  
• Physically demanding conditions with frequent lifting, carrying, and movement

Only candidates with proven experience working outdoors in cold conditions or in refrigerated environments will be considered.

Compensation & Benefits

• $23.00/hour + vacation pay
  
• Full-time hours
  
• Ongoing opportunity with a well-established agricultural operation

Apply today if you have farm equipment experience and are comfortable working in cold outdoor or refrigerated environments.

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