Jorgensen Family Farm is hiring a Farm Equipment Operator to join our team in Dagmar, MT (northeastern Montana). In this role you will be working closely with the owner to ensure daily operations run smoothly by operating farm and agriculture equipment, supporting planting, harvesting, and general maintenance across all aspects of the farm.
We are a fourth-generation, family-owned operation farming over 8,000 acres of durum wheat, canola, peas, lentils, and barley. We take pride in our strong work ethic, family-first culture, and commitment to sustainable agriculture. Family comes first here, and we never work Sundays, and Saturdays are off outside of the busy seasons. We believe in balance, respect, and teamwork, and we expect the same dedication and care from our team that we bring every day.
We offer competitive hourly compensation or applicable salary based on experience, choice of on-farm housing or healthcare stipend, and family-oriented work environment with reasonable hours.
What you will be doing:
- Operate tractors, air drills, and combines during planting and harvest seasons
- Drive grain trucks and assist with hauling grain between fields and bins
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on agriculture equipment and farm machinery
- Assist with cleaning out grain bins and general farm upkeep
- Safely and efficiently handle farm materials and equipment
- Maintain attention to detail in all operations, ensuring high productivity and safety standards
- Work independently when needed and use strong problem-solving skills to address challenges
This job is for you if you have:
- Proven equipment operation experience required (tractors, combines, air drills)
- Grain hauling or truck driving experience is highly preferred
- Mechanical skills and ability to perform equipment maintenance are a huge plus
- Must be self-motivated, dependable, and capable of working independently
- Strong communication skills and a respectful attitude toward coworkers and family members
- CDL not required but helpful