QUALIFICATIONS:

- Tech school education and/or recent Mechanic experience
- Working as Diesel / Automotive Mechanic on a Base + % of Billable Time Schedule
- Have your own tools
- Willingness to complete work on a schedule that provides incentive

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-Placement is looking for a Service Technician/Mechanic that has Diesel experience as the go to person in this thriving shop located in northeast Kansas. Most work will be on older tractors 4020's, 4030's, and 4440's, with a few trucks and other equipment. Employee will need his own base tools, specialty tools will be provided by the shop. Pay will be a base pay + % of billable shop time which will be based on experience. Income listed is based on 40 hour work weeks. If you are efficient in managing your time, enjoy a fast paced environment, like a diverse and challenging work, and get paid what you're worth, this employer would like to talk to you. Great location for a spouse to find employment.  

UPDATE: 2/13/2019

QUALIFICATIONS:

Did you:
- Grow up on a Farm or around Agriculture
- Earn or pursue an Agronomy or Ag-related degree

Are you:
- Knowledgeable of row crop inputs, irrigated cropping systems and Precision Ag
- Knowledgeable of crop insurance and its benefits
- A relationship-builder
- Honest with high integrity
- Self-directed
- Excited by opportunities to grow an existing Ag business

Do you:
- Connect well with a younger Ag grower profile
- Treat customers with highest respect
- Know how to build a solid customer base
- Enjoy prospecting for new business

Have you:
- Worked for several years in Ag sales
- Had good experience presenting/selling/closing sales in 1-on-1 OR group settings

Would you:
- Enjoy working/living in a small, rural Midwestern community
- Enjoy good public/private schools in the area
- Enjoy a positive quality of life that is community-focused
- Have interest to possibly buy into a solid Ag business after representing them for a few years

Perhaps you've been working for a larger Ag organization in Ag sales and are now looking for a smaller, more family-friendly organization offering flexibility and an opportunity to have a true voice in defining the direction of the business.

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting an Established and Diversified Ag Organization looking to add a Proven Ag Salesperson to their Team. In this role, you will work face-to-face with Nebraska Ag growers and Ag-related organizations to:

• Offer Technical Agronomic Recommendations and Solutions
• Present/Sell a diverse offering of Agronomy products, Crop Insurance, Aerial Imagery and Precision Ag services and systems
• Share excellent Sales & Marketing knowledge/understanding with business owners and existing Sales Team
• Identify New Business Development Opportunities in the field to communicate to business owners

UPDATE: 12/21/2018

***EMPLOYER WILL BE INTERVIEWING FOR THIS POSITION IN EARLY 2019***

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Agronomy or other 4-year Ag-Related degree preferred
- Proven Ag Retail Leadership including Experience Managing P&L's
- Solid Experience Selling and Teaching others to Sell Ag Chemicals, Fertilizer and Seed to Midwestern Ag Growers
- Ability to Run a Profitable Agronomy Business like It Is Your Very Own
- Exceptional Work References a MUST
- Cooperative Agronomy Retail Management Experience beneficial
- Personal Ties to Eastern Nebraska strongly preferred

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a Dynamic Ag Retail Leader looking to bring Profitability and Solid Ag Grower Relationships to an Ag Retailer located in Eastern Nebraska. Primary responsibilities in this role to include:

- Training / Motivating Agronomy Sales Personnel in Strong Crop Protection, Seed and Micronutrient Sales
- Overseeing Facility as well as Office and Warehouse Personnel
- Maintenance/Upkeep of the Facility

Ideal individual will be Performance-Driven, Business-Minded and of Highest Integrity. Exceptional Work-Related References will be required.

Base Salary To $110,000, Possibly Higher, Plus Profitability Bonus. All Benefits are Negotiable.

THIS IS A HIGHLY LUCRATIVE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR AN INDIVIDUAL LOOKING FOR AN OPPORTUNITY OUTSIDE OF THE AG COOPERATIVE SYSTEM.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 5 years of experience in row crop production and machinery operation
- Crop production experience from planning to harvest - all aspects
- Ability to assist in the management of other people
- Must have valid driver’s license and ability to acquire CDL
- Must be able to lift 60 lbs., safely operate crop machinery, and walk significant distances

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-Placement is searching for a Assistant Crop Manager for this northeast Iowa producer. This person will be the Crop Manager's "Right-Hand Man". Seeking an experienced crop production employee to help organize and oversee profitable crop production acres in multiple locations in the upper Midwest. This position requires extensive first-hand knowledge of crop production, including familiarity with all machinery and inputs; hands-on work in the operation; lead type person to assist crop production manager and travel to production locations.

Preferred background:
- Farm-based upbringing and/or related education/college experience
- Familiarity with organic farming preferred
- Organic certification requirements, record-keeping
- Good attitude, ability to lead by example, team player

• Able to foster a positive team environment
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Basic technical troubleshooting abilities
• Problem solving skills
• Goal oriented
• Willingness to learn and improve

• The Dairy’s goal is that each and every cow on this farm is milked properly, completely, and in a minimal stress environment. An effective Barn Manager will achieve this goal by leading, teaching, inspecting, and inspiring a complete milking crew in carrying out proper milking procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing leadership for the milking shifts
• Ensuring a complete labor force at all times
• Recruiting new employees
• Training each employee for his or her position
• Monitoring adherence to protocols and procedures
• Implementing any changes to protocols and procedures
• Keeping records of performance as requested
• Overseeing equipment sanitation
• Keeping a neat and orderly milking barn
• Performing regular barn & parlor maintenance
• Other duties as required

Communication and Flexibility:
- Maintain a high level of communication with farm owners and co-workers.
- Be a team player.
- Communicate new ideas and ways of doing things to owners on a regular basis.
- Show willingness to assist other when the unexpected occurs.
- Show willingness to complete the job as required.
- Have a positive attitude at all times.
- Assist with any other farm project as needed.
- Attend regular staff and farm professionals meetings.

Supervisory/Leadership Role: The CSO provides leadership and strategic direction to the business’s overall sales program, inclusive of securing new dealers/customers, expanding opportunities within the current dealer/customer base through advertising initiatives, and delivering new product offerings. The CSO leads and manages all activities within the sales department. In this leadership position, the CSO sets departmental KPIs and evaluates the effectiveness of the sales initiatives, making appropriate changes that encourage achievement of overall sales and business targets. As an executive partner, the CSO plays a major role in leading, designing, and implementing the business’s development activities and corporate branding in order to increase revenue and gross profit. The CSO also takes initiative to mentor key personnel in the sales department, ensuring their constant professional growth, and assisting them in the execution of their duties where necessary.

Strategy: The CSO plays a major strategic role in spearheading the sales department’s strategy development initiatives, ensuring that they remain consistent with the business’s overall strategy. The CSO also has a responsibility to increase sales revenue through the design and implementation of appropriate strategies for the each of the business’s verticals, sales channels, and services. In this capacity, the CSO designs, implements, and manages the business’s sales process, ranging from relationship development and contract finalization. The CSO’s strategic role is executed with a view of selling the business’s full range of products/services in order to achieve the business’s revenue targets.

Analytics: The CSO is tasked with an analytical role to conduct business analyses, performance analyses, competitive analyses etc. In this position he/she also tracks and reviews actual sales results, weighing them against the set targets and business KPIs in order to determine the effectiveness of sales initiatives and implement necessary changes and solutions. The CSO places measures in place across the sales department for the purpose of forecasting and monitoring sales performance and business compliance. The CSO articulates the results of the analyses in reports, presentations, and recommendations to the Executive team. He/She synthesizes the same kind of reports for financial feasibility studies that he/she conducts in order to determine sales growth and revenue targets for the sales department.

Knowledge and Opportunity: The CSO is additionally charged with maintaining a stable knowledge base of the business’s industry, competitors, and regulatory activity. He conducts regular research, keeps up with trends and best practices, which give the business a competitive edge, and keep the business at par with some of the biggest players in the market. In this capacity, the CSO is also responsible for the implementation of new and well-researched sales initiatives, strategies, and solutions. The CSO further identifies top talent and contributes to the recruitment of key sales department personnel, hence, maintaining efficient and effective execution of duties within the sales department.

Relationships: The CSO takes initiative to establish relationships with key personnel within the business’s market. In this capacity, he/she attends numerous industry events and conferences, establishing and maintaining long term relationships with key dealers/customers, potential dealers/customers, and key strategic partners. The CSO is also responsible for negotiating sales and business development transactions inclusive of licenses, transaction agreements, subscription agreements, and partnerships.

Other Duties: The CSO also performs other duties, as deemed necessary for the smooth performance of his/her duties or duties as delegated by the Company.

• Strong Leadership and Motivational skills
• Excellent Team building skills
• Prefer Fluent Spanish / will consider Dairy Spanish
• Basic technical troubleshooting abilities
• Problem solving skills
• Goal oriented
• Willingness to learn and improve

The Dairy Barn Manager's duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to providing leadership for the milking shifts, the recruiting and training of new employees, implementing and changes to protocols and procedure and ensuring they are followed by all employees, and keeping performance records as requested. Will oversee sanitation, keep milking barns neat and orderly, perform barn and parlor maintenance and other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Need strong equipment operation skills
- Semi driving experience with CDL and a clean DMV record is required
- Need cow/calf experience, strong experience is a plus
- Experience feeding, calving, fencing, etc. are all a plus
- Hard working, team player, and self-starter
- General equipment maintenance needed, fabrication, welding, and mechanics is a plus

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a qualified Farm/ Ranch Assistant for an operation in western Nebraska. Need to have experience and interest in both cows and farming. They run a commercial operation, background their own calves, and may also add a few depending on the year. Farm operation also has their own semis, so person must be willing to get a CDL if they don't have one, but do need to have some experience with driving a truck. This is a diversified operation and person needs to be willing to jump in and help where and when needed. This is a progressive operation that can provide a family friendly atmosphere; they try to take Sundays off except for chores, unless pinched by the weather at seasonal times of the year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Current farm and ranch experience
- Up to date on row crop enterprise with corn, soybeans, and a little hay using modern equipment
- Experience with pivot irrigation is a plus, will train those that are mechanically inclined
- Solid Cow/Calf experience working with AI would be a plus
- Experience with rotational grazing, range management, herd health, and processing cattle
- Ability to identify, diagnose, and treat sick cattle
- Strong communication skills, work ethic, and a good attitude is a must
- Ability to work independently as wells as knowing the value of teamwork
- Mechanically inclined with some welding skills, strong maintenance skills, and ability to mend fence when needed

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is looking for Farm/Ranch/Construction Assistant for diverse farm and cattle operation in south central Nebraska. Looking for someone with good communications skills to join the owner as a team. 3-5 years experience in both farming and cattle is preferred, but willing to do some training for the right person who has solid references. The operation is looking to continue the expansion of the entire enterprise in both crop production and some cow/calf. Employer also a construction business that he also owns, so would like to see someone who has a positive attitude and is forward thinking and willing to be diverse and willing to jump in and assist wherever needed during peak demands either on the construction side or ability to work alone with the farm/cattle if left alone. The operation is in a great location on a bus route with a great school system. Salary will be determined by experience you bring to the table along with stability and references.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experience in row crops working with larger equipment
- Plant through harvest experience preferred
- Solid farming background
- Good understanding and current experience with precision equipment, GPS, auto-steer and field mapping (Preferred)
- Should be somewhat mechanically inclined to handle routine maintenance and general repair
- Arc welding and fabrication skills a plus
- Looking for individual that is motivated, long-term and career-minded with a passion for agriculture
- Must be able to work independently and be trustworthy and responsible
- Good attitude and dependable
- Excellent commutation skills and ability to work as a team player in a safe and productive manner
- Must be a self-starter, easy going and able to get along with others

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Farm Equipment Operator for this central Missouri farm producer. Candidate needs to be mechanically inclined and also have a good understanding and current experience with precision equipment/GPS and field mapping. Have above average shop experience to perform maintenance of equipment in the off-season so it is ready to go before the next crop season. During the off-season candidate may assist in farm tillage work, hauling grain, and other shop work. Farm runs all late model John Deere equipment with excellent facilities. Farm has over 15,000 acres of corn and soybeans and all dryland. The primary responsibilities of the farm assistant are the operation of equipment used in planting, and harvesting of grain. The duties of the position vary with the seasons and the needs of the operation, so it is important this individual is willing to adapt to changing circumstances, is flexible and has a good attitude. Prefer a candidate with some grain handling experience, drying, storage, etc. and able to climb the grain bins is a plus. Need someone who takes pride in what they do and are a self-motivated individual with a strong agriculture background and solid character. Must be able to take direction, have a neat appearance, good work ethic, and a passion for farming. Good problem-solving skills and the handiness to find and build solutions when the need arises. Handle multiple demands, be flexible, and able to adapt to last minute changes. Candidate also needs to be able to work and get along with others and be willing to help others when needed and to be a team player. No livestock in this operation so there is some down time early in the winter months. Pay depends on the experience in row crop production, this job can and will be financially rewarding depending on the performance. This is a very progressive farm operation searching for a long-term employee who wants to grow in responsibility and also to grow along with the farm. Good churches and schools located within the community. Good opportunity for spouse to find employment in the area. Nice location offering lots of fun outdoor activity; camping, fishing, hunting, boating, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 3-5 years of farming experience
- Semi driving experience and CDL is a plus
- Ability to operate farm equipment
- Spray applicator license a plus
- Tillage and planting experience preferred
- Passionate about agriculture with a desire and knowledge to farm
- Valid drivers license and clean driving record
- Self-starter, hard worker, and good attitude whether working alone or as a team

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Farm Assistant for this east-central Colorado farm and ranch. Position duties include operating tractors, semis with grain trailers, planters, airseeders, tillage equipment and sprayers. Precision Ag experience a plus. Ag background or degree in agronomy and/or a Colorado private applicator license is a bonus. Experience and Responsibilities: Machine operation, maintenance and repair. Maintain good attitude and self-worth. Assist with facilities maintenance work such as elevator, shop and yard clean up. (Semi -Truck Driving, Spray operator - if qualified), Tractor Driving, pulling varies types of tillage and plating tools. Licensing and certification: Valid Driver's license and clean driving record. Colorado Private Applicators License or assistance to acquire one would be provided. Some strenuous work involving loading and unloading seed, fueling equipment, changing tires and up and down activities. Ladder climbing, to access vehicles and loading equipment. Hours can vary based on the cropping season.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Solid row crop background
- Plant, irrigation, and harvest experience
- Experienced farm equipment operator
- Strong Maintenance and mechanical ability
- Must be a team player, reliable, dependable, self-starter, ability to work independently, and have strong communication skills
- Pivot irrigation experience a plus
- Knowledge of GPS, monitors, guidance systems, and variable rate is a must
- Need to have or be willing/able to get CDL with good driving record

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a candidate with a farm production background for a Farm Assistant position for a southeastern to south central Nebraska producer. Needs to be a good equipment operator with large late model equipment from plant to harvest experience on corn and soybeans. General mechanic/maintenance background required for maintenance of farm equipment, pivots, and grain handling facility. Pivot maintenance and troubleshooting experience is a plus. Must have good maintenance skills and desire to work as a team. The operation runs 30" rows, late-model John Deere equipment. The operation does consists of a few cattle, but not a significant part of the job description, but more of a willingness to assist when needed. Will need CDL with a good driving record as will be delivering grain at various time of the years. Salary and also benefits negotiable with experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Need good experience operating Ag or heavy equipment
- Good preventative maintenance and general repair skills
- Dependable and a self-starter
- Good communication skills

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a good Equipment Operator for this central Nebraska manure hauling and spreading business. Need dedicated self-starter who knows equipment operations, preventative maintenance and general repair. This employer is operating nice new equipment, so they need to hire someone that knows how to care for it. Need to be a good communicator, hardworking and have a good attitude.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 5+ years of current experience in row crops working with larger equipment
- Plant through harvest experience preferred
- Solid farming background
- Good understanding and current experience with precision equipment, GPS, auto-steer & field mapping (Preferred)
- Should be somewhat mechanically inclined to handle routine maintenance & general repair
- Arc welding & fabrication skills a plus
- Must have a clean/good driving record and willing and able to drive a semi
- Looking for individual that is motivated, long-term and career-minded with a passion for agriculture
- Must be able to work independently and be trustworthy and responsible
- Good attitude and dependable
- Excellent commutation skills and ability to work as a team player in a safe and productive manner
- Must be a self-starter, easy going and able to get along with others

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Top Farm Assistant for this southwest Kentucky farm. Candidate needs to be mechanically inclined and also have a good understanding and current experience with precision equipment/GPS and field mapping. Have above average shop experience to perform maintenance of equipment in the off-season so it is ready to go before the next crop season. During the off-season candidate may assist in farm tillage work, hauling grain, and other shop work. Farm runs all late model John Deere equipment with excellent facilities. Farm has over 6,500 acres of corn and soybeans of which half of those acre double-cropped and all dryland. The primary responsibilities of the farm equipment operator are the operation of equipment used in planting, and harvesting of grain. The duties of the position vary with the seasons and the needs of the operation, so it is important this individual is willing to adapt to changing circumstances, is flexible and has a good attitude. Prefer a candidate with some grain handling experience, drying, storage, etc. and able to climb the grain bins is a plus. Need someone who takes pride in what they do and are a self-motivated individual with a strong agriculture background and solid character. Must be able to take direction, have a neat appearance, good work ethic, and a passion for farming. Good problem-solving skills and the handiness to find and build solutions when the need arises. Handle multiple demands, be flexible, and able to adapt to last minute changes. Candidate also needs to be able to work and get along with others and be willing to help others when needed and to be a team player. No livestock in this operation so there is some down time early in the winter months. Pay depends on the experience in row crop production, this job can and will be financially rewarding depending on the performance. This is a very progressive farm operation searching for a long-term employee who wants to grow in responsibility and also to grow along with the farm. Good churches and schools located within the community. Good Opportunity for spouse to find employment in the area. Nice location offering lots of fun outdoor activity; camping, fishing, hunting, boating, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Applicant must have experience employing dry land farming practices
- Must be able to handle and apply pesticides in a proper manner according to all safety guidelines
- Must be able to acquire a pesticide applicators license if not already licensed within 90 days from start date
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's license or ability/willingness to obtain one within three months
- Minimum of six years agriculture related experience preferred or four years of education in a related field and two years of experience in agriculture
- Must be able to safely operate all agriculture equipment relevant to dry land farming
- Must be able to lift, carry, or otherwise move a minimum of 50 lbs repeatedly
- Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a Farm Operations Foreperson for a southern Idaho organization. The foreperson performs general farm support duties in regards to research, including operating farm equipment; assisting with all agronomic practices associated with dryland farming and research plot land preparation, maintenance and harvest; and assisting with equipment and facility maintenance and repairs. The foreperson also assists in processing foundation seed including cleaning, treating and packaging seed. The Farm Operations Foreperson is also responsible for maintaining the appearance of the farms and will occasionally assist with livestock operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Solid Feedlot background
- Excellent animal health skills
- Able to identify sick cattle and treat them
- Good feeding experience
- Prefer farm background/crop production experience
- Good maintenance/mechanical skills

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Feedlot Assistant for an eastern Nebraska producer. This position will include two types of job duties; care of feedlot and assist in crop production. Cattle work includes feeding cattle, overseeing receiving, shipping and processing of cattle, monitoring health and doctoring sick animals, and keeping records on all activities associated with the cattle. If the employee prefers to work cattle horseback, there are opportunities to do so. Farming duties include assisting during planting and harvest. Routine facility maintenance, including fencing, water repair, and dirt-work is a part of all seasonal activities, as is trucking and operating heavy equipment. Person must be dependable, have good decision-making skills, be a self-starter and willing to assist in all areas of the operation, though the main focus of the position is working in the feed yard. Ideally the employer would like to see someone that has 3-5 years in a feedlot, so they would have the knowledge and skills for a position like this. This is a great opportunity for person to come in and prove their self and take on a lead position with a progressive cattle feeder.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MUST HAVE CURRENT DAIRY EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

- Operate large field equipment
- Breeding experience a plus, but not required
- Computer experience
- Strong herd health
- Work well with others
- Self-starter
- Dependable

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a Wisconsin dairy searching for a worker to help run a 400 cow operation. Responsibilities will include: AI breeding, give all shots/vaccinations, palpation for herd check once a week, and detect sick cows. Must have strong herd health management skills and will work with Nutritionist and Vet. Needs to be a jack of all trades who can work in all areas of the dairy. Once trained will fill in and give Feeder a day off. Will be trained to fill in Herd Manager’s day off. 4-5 days a week will work with owners doing field operations, fixing equipment and feeding young stock. This is a hourly paid position, paying $15.00 - $16.00 per hour.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Solid agriculture background in Ranching, working with wean to yearlings, and heifer development
- Good animal husbandry skills, ability to identify sick, and doctor animals
- Heat detection, A.I. and ability to keep detailed records are all a plus
- Passion for Range Management, cattle performance, and breeding up
- Ability to build and repair new and existing fence and electric fence
- Able to work independently and as a team, keeping busy and having a good head on your shoulders
- Knowledge of Savory Grazing System and feed efficiency unit
- Heavy Equipment operation experience is a plus
- Willingness to assist with calving, and jump in when needed is a plus

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting this northeast Arizona Ranch in finding a strong Ranch Assistant. Primary duties are working as a Herdsman over a Wean to Yearling operation with steers and heifers. Steers are grazed for 90 days, duties would include 700 to 1000 heifers that would take you all the way to the following fall when they are sold mostly as bred heifers. Needing to hire a good employee; well rounded, good attitude, strong communicator and team skills. Ranch uses Horses and ATVs. Needs person able to build new fence and repair existing fence, work with electric fence, water wells (electric/gas), pipelines, repair and maintain property and equipment. Ranch grazes year around, no haying, just moving supplement tubs and attending to yearlings and the ranch itself. Need to be self-starter and keep motivated, but also able and willing to take direction. Willing work by himself or with others. Position has two houses as year is divided between two ranch locations. Ranch is somewhat isolated so will take special person that can adjust to limited cell phone and internet use, also history shows it is difficult raising children in this position as the year is split between two different school districts. Benefits package is flexible to fit your needs and salary will be dependent upon experience. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Mechanically apt with minimum of 2 years experience / knowledge of electrical components either in center pivot irrigation systems, heavy equipment, Ag equipment, construction or military equipment
- Desire to work year-round outdoors with overtime hours
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to use service-related technology and basic computer functions
- Willingness to travel within territory
- Must have a valid driver license and clean driving record
- Must have a positive attitude with attention to detail with desire to provide quality customer service
- Ability to pass background check

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking an Irrigation Technician for a Central Oklahoma Irrigation dealership that provides sales, service, parts and installation of center pivots to their Ag customers. Ideal candidate will have a mechanical background with good, hands-on knowledge of electrical components used in either center pivot irrigation systems, heavy or construction equipment, Ag equipment or military equipment. This Technician will provide quality customer service while utilizing their mechanical abilities to service, repair, re-condition and assemble new or used irrigation or Ag equipment in the field. Duties to include:

- Troubleshooting, diagnosing and conducting mechanical repairs on center pivot, linear and corner irrigation systems using test equipment and tools to determine root cause.
- Working directly with Ag growers on-site to communicate repairs made, to share available products and services to meet their needs and to provide technical instruction for operation of equipment
- Reading and interpreting schematics, blueprints, diagrams and operations manuals
- Participating in company training and meetings
- Completing service reports, inventory of parts and maintaining customer records

Salary level will be based on experience, anywhere from $18-25 per hour. Pay can be hourly, annual salary, commissions or combination of all. Employer currently has Technicians making $60K to $80K+. A Senior-Level Technician can earn $100K+.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experienced mechanic Diesel/Gasoline, Hydraulic Systems, Air Brakes, A/C
- Experience with small engines, ag equipment and heavy equipment
- Strong Preventative maintenance capabilities
- Able to perform all day-to-day maintenance and repairs
- Welding and fabrication experience preferred
- Experience ordering and maintaining inventory of parts
- Must have valid drivers license

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Lead Shop Mechanic for this eastern Nebraska producer. Seeking a person to lead the shop team of 2 to 4 people on general repairs and maintenance on all farm, feedlot, trucking, and feed mill equipment. Will be responsible for job order scheduling and tracking, ordering parts, contacting and scheduling any outside repairs, and managing parts inventory. Will be responsible for scheduling and following up on regular services on all rolling stock. This operation has Case IH, JD, CAT, Hyundai, JBS, Chevy, Ford, Dodge, Fiat, Cummins, International and every type of equipment, including semi-tractors and belt trailers. The person in this position will be responsible for all paperwork and efficient communication with the office staff and management

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Self-propelled spray application experience required, with JD would be a plus
- CDL with clean DMV record is a plus
- Solid work ethic, good communication skills, record keeping skills and team player
- Current with today's modern equipment, precision farming, and auto-steer equipment
- General maintenance skills are needed and any welding, fabrication, carpentry or electrical would be a bonus

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is looking for a Spray Applicator for this west central Illinois farm. This farm consists of 4400+ acres, spraying application totals about 7000 acres per year. Position is flexible in off-season depending on individual's skills and/or likes, either assisting with trucking, farm operations and/or maintenance. Wages will depend upon experience, stability, and references. Great location to raise a family.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- BS degree in horticulture, organic agriculture, or equivalent preferred
- Extensive Organic Farm experience is a must with preference to East coast region
- Previous management and supervisory experience required
- Need to be Self-motivated
- Need to have good communication skills with staff and ownership
- Willingness to be a hands on
- Must be highly organized with attention to detail in coordination of crop and labor schedules
- Willing to assist as need and time permits with 300 acres of conventionally farmed land, including management of pests, irrigation, and harvest

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for an Organic Farm Supervisor for a New Jersey operation. The position will be to maximize the quality and diversified output of the organic farm areas, supervision of the staff, and ongoing communication with the ownership and non-organic managers. Primary duties will include responsibility for the 8 acres of certified organic crops and keeping in compliance with USDA organic mandates. Majority of the work will be dealing with extensive vegetable and bed preparation, seeding, transplanting, planting, weed control, pest control, irrigation, harvesting produce in a sustainable, progressive, and certified organic fashion while keeping the Organic Farm profitable. Will also need outstanding written and oral communication skills required to convey information, gather and disseminate information, and problem solve. Pay will be determined by experience and encourage all to apply if you are currently in management or supervisory capacity of an organic operation and would consider for your next career step. Preference will be giving to those from the Northeast part of the US in terms of experience in working with weather, soil, and humidity experience in organic farming. Location for family friendly, with great schools, and other recreational activities.