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28 Aug 2023

Farm Equipment Assistant – Class A Driver in Five Points, CA 93624

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Assemi Group, Inc. –  Five Points, CA 93624

Job Description

Job Title: Farm Equipment Assistant

Department: Operations – Farming

Supervisor: Shop Foreman

Status: At will, Full Time, Non-Exempt

WC Code: 0045 – Orchards (Nuts)

EEO Class: 7 – Operatives

Pay Grade: Grade 1

BYOD: No

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with afterhours as needed

Websites: http://www.assemi-group-careers/

Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Exceptional benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement and daycare benefits.

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Shop Foreman, the Farm Equipment Assistant will drive trucks with and without trailers, maintain a DOT truck fleet to move equipment from ranch to ranch as directed while abiding by all State and Federal DOT laws. This position will assist with the inspection and maintenance of equipment and ensure that equipment is safely secured. Having experience with the proper operation of equipment in order to help keep field activities progressing are skills which will be desired.

Essential Functions/Accountabilities:

Move equipment from ranch to ranch as directed in a safe manner.

o Ability to properly load and unload equipment.

o Knowledge of proper load securement.

o Clean and maintain a DOT truck fleet for use by others.

Comply with all State & Federal DOT laws as directed.

o Hours of Service records.

o Pre-Trip & Post-Trip inspections done daily.

When necessary; help with equipment inspection, maintenance and organization as directed by

the Shop Foreman.

o Visual observation

o Cleaning equipment

o Communicate safety concerns

o Secure equipment safely for storage

o Operation of Equipment

o Equipment repairs

Regular and consistent attendance

Minimum Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential function and be willing to take on new roles as needed. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be organized, able to read and write, follow directions and stay on a schedule. Speaking English as a main language is necessary to carry out adequate communication.

Bilingual: English/Spanish preferred

Must be able to pass and maintain a clear drug and alcohol screening process and continue to adhere to Commercial Drivers Drug and Alcohol Policy which conforms to Department of Transportation (DOT) laws.

Must possess a valid California Commercial Class A driver’s license, maintain a clean DMV record and have a minimum of 2 years driving experience.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Work Environment:

This job mainly operates in the field with some exposure in the professional office environment.

This role routinely uses a vehicle to transport between sites

Hazards: Proximity to moving mechanical parts and vibration, working in high exposed places, and exposure to fumes or airborne particles.

Environmental Conditions: Exposure to weather (hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions), exposure to loud noise, and confined restricted working areas.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

o Employee has presented any work restrictions and/or needed accommodations.

Essential Y/N Physical Demand Description Percentage of Shift (Estimated)

Y Stand or sit Must be able to remain in stationary position due to the nature of sitting while driving a vehicle. 50%

Y Walk The person in this position needs to frequently move about the ranch. 50%

Y Use hands/fingers to handle or feel The person in this position must be able to handle and operate equipment and occasionally repair equipment as needed 50%

Y Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Occasionally positions self to access materials and equipment on the ranch. 10%

Y Talk/hear The person in this position frequently communicates with other employees in the office and outside contacts. 25%

Y See While operating a vehicle, this person will need to be able to assess the road and traffic conditions. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus with reasonable accommodations, of any required. 100%

Y Carry weight, lift Frequently load and unload equipment. Frequently lifts and moves 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. 15%

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full time at will position, and work hours are typically Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as department needs demand.

Travel:

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required. This position requires frequent travel between ranches to transport equipment as directed.

Work Authorization:

Must be eligible to work in the United States

This job description documents the general nature and level of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities. Job incumbents may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Employee Name: _______________________________ Date: ______________

Employee Signature: ___________________________

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