Dieterman Farm Services is hiring a Farm Equipment Operator to join our team in Marion, MI, located about 20 miles southeast of Cadillac (seasonal, part-time, or full-time opportunities). In this role, you will operate modern farm machinery and agriculture equipment to support essential field operations throughout the planting and harvest seasons. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating equipment, and being part of a team that supports local agriculture.
We welcome both full-time and seasonal applicants, with the potential for season positions to transition into full-time roles.
We are a progressive, family-owned business providing custom agricultural services to local dairy farms. Our specialties include forage harvesting, manure application, and tillage. We take pride in providing reliable, efficient service to the farming community while creating a collaborative work environment where team members can learn, grow, and develop their equipment operating skills.
We offer competitive compensation based on experience, paid vacation, performance bonuses, company vehicle, and more.
What you will be doing:
- Operate a variety of farm machinery and agriculture equipment used for forage harvesting, manure application, tillage, and field preparation.
- Support day-to-day farming operations and seasonal agricultural tasks.
- Perform basic equipment checks and help keep machinery and work areas clean and organized.
- Work closely with team members to provide high-quality, timely service to local dairy farm customers.
- Work extended hours as needed during busy planting and harvest seasons.
This job is for you if you have:
- Experience operating farm machinery, agriculture equipment, heavy equipment, or tractors in agriculture, farming, construction, military, or a similar setting.
- A strong work ethic and willingness to work extended hours during peak farming seasons.
- A positive, team-oriented attitude and a commitment to being dependable.
- The ability to work safely and responsibly around agricultural machinery and equipment.
- A CDL is preferred but not required.