Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to drive change? United Liquid Waste and Recycling, an LJP Company, is a leading environmental services provider committed to revolutionizing the waste industry through innovative recycling, resource recovery, and sustainable Zero-Landfill solutions, and we want YOU to be a part of it.
Why Join Us?
At ULWR, an LJP Company, our purpose is to provide innovative, sustainable waste and recycling solutions that help protect our communities, preserve the environment, and create long-term value for the customers and industries we serve. We are committed to reducing landfill waste through responsible recycling, resource recovery, and environmental stewardship while supporting a cleaner, more sustainable future. Our mission is to keep our communities clean, recycle everything we possibly can, and transform waste into valuable new products that positively impact our environment. We help local and Fortune 500 food, beverage, and grocery brands protect their reputations and achieve their sustainability goals. ULWR manages and recycles pre-consumer food byproducts responsibly, efficiently, and at scale, keeping waste out of landfills and providing nutrient rich fertilizer to our local farming community. Our comprehensive, circular solution capabilities allow us to recycle the widest range of food and beverage wastes in the industry.
The Farm Laborer plays a hands-on role in the day-to-day operation of ULWR's farming activities, working directly in the field to operate equipment, maintain irrigation systems, and support the field and transportation management teams. This position requires someone who is comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, can operate a variety of farm equipment safely, and is dependable, physically capable, and willing to take direction while also working independently when needed. This is a seasonal, first-shift position (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM) ideal for someone who enjoys physical, outdoor work and wants to contribute to a growing business.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate farming equipment safely and efficiently, including tractors, drag hoses, and irrigation equipment.
- Take direction from the transportation and field managers to ensure the proper fields are addressed accurately and in a timely fashion.
- Assist with the routine and preventive maintenance of farm equipment and machinery, and promptly report any mechanical issues or safety concerns.
- Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and general upkeep of farm facilities, buildings, and equipment storage areas.
- Monitor irrigation and drag hose operations to ensure proper, timely water distribution across assigned fields.
- Assist with the loading, unloading, and transport of materials, supplies, and equipment between farm sites.
- Participate in strategic planning processes and company meetings, providing field-level input and feedback.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures when operating equipment, handling materials, and working in and around moving machinery.
- Communicate clearly with team members, managers, and other staff regarding field conditions, equipment status, and daily progress.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management to support farm and business operations.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred; relevant hands-on experience will also be considered.
- Basic knowledge of agricultural practices and farm equipment operation.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and adapt to a seasonal work schedule.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to successfully complete a background check and any other pre-employment screening required by the company.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- Prior experience operating tractors, irrigation systems, or similar farm machinery.
- Prior experience performing basic equipment maintenance or repair.
- Familiarity with seasonal farming cycles, crop management, or related agricultural operations.
- Prior experience working in a team-based, outdoor, physically demanding environment.
Physical and Mental Demands
- Must be able to stand, walk, sit, squat, climb, carry, and use hands to operate equipment and machinery for extended periods.
- Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 75 lbs. frequently, and in excess of 75 lbs. infrequently.
- Regular exposure to weather elements, including rain, snow, heat, and cold, depending on the season.
- Regular exposure to unpleasant odors, mud, grease, dirt, grime, wet floors and/or fields, and machinery noise.
- Must be able to maintain focus and awareness of surroundings at all times while working with and around moving equipment.
- Ability to react quickly and use sound judgment when responding to changing field, weather, or equipment conditions.
- Ability to maintain composure and attention to detail during physically demanding and repetitive tasks.
Working Environment:
- Work is performed primarily outdoors on farm sites, with year-round exposure to seasonal weather conditions.
- Exposure to farm machinery such as tractors, wagons, gators, balers, and pick-up trucks.
- Exposure to road and field hazards when operating equipment and driving to and from different farming sites.
- Seasonal, first-shift schedule: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
- Fast-paced, physically active environment that requires flexibility, teamwork, and coordination with field and transportation managers.
If you are looking to contribute to a growing business, join us today!
Apply on Indeed or call Human Resources at 920-641-5814
- At ULWR, we see strength in diversity, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience operating farm equipment such as a tractor, spreader, skid loader and disk?
Work Location: In person
