Krueger Farms is hiring a Farm Equipment Operator to join our team in Berlin Heights, OH (about 50 miles west of Cleveland). In this role you will be operating heavy farm and agriculture machinery, driving semi-trucks during key seasons, performing routine mechanical maintenance, and assisting with day-to-day farm upkeep. The ideal candidate is a well-rounded individual who takes pride in quality work and is comfortable wearing many hats. We are a family-run farming operation based in Northern Ohio, with agricultural roots in the community dating back more than 120 years. Today, we operate approximately 3,000 acres of dryland farmland, growing crops including corn, soybeans, and barley while utilizing modern farm machinery and agriculture equipment, precision agriculture technology, and responsible farming practices. With a small, hands-on team, everyone plays an important role in keeping our fields, equipment, grain operation, and day-to-day farm activities running smoothly. We offer competitive hourly compensation based on experience, paid time off, paid vacations, health insurance and retirement benefits.
What you will be doing
Equipment Operation & Fieldwork:
Safely and efficiently operate modern farm machinery (tractors, planters, combines, sprayers, tillage equipment, etc.).Assist with planting, spraying, field prep, and harvesting operations. Monitor precision technology and GPS guidance systems during field operations.
Hauling & Transport:
Drive semi-trucks (grain trailers, flatbeds, or nurse tanks) between fields, storage facilities, and local elevators. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safe highway transport.
Maintenance & Shop Duties:- Perform light mechanical maintenance and routine servicing on trucks, tractors, and implements (e.g., oil changes, greasing, filter changes, blade/part replacements).Troubleshoot minor equipment breakdowns in the shop or field.
- Keep the farm shop, equipment storage areas, and machinery clean and organized.
- General Farm WorkAssist with grain handling, bin management, and crop storage maintenance.
- Handle general yard and property maintenance (fencing, mowing, shop repairs, facility care).Adapt to changing daily tasks based on season, weather, and farm priorities.
- This job is for you if you have:
- Driver's License & CDL: Valid Driver's License required. Commercial Driver's License (CDL Class A) or Farm CDL exemption is a plus/bonus, but not required.
Experience:
2–3 years of agricultural, heavy equipment, military, or shop experience is preferred/bonus, but not required willing to train the right person.
Mechanical Aptitude: Basic knowledge or familiarity with hydraulics, basic electrical systems, and hand/power tools.
Flexibility: Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and seasonal hours during peak planting and harvest periods.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work in varied outdoor weather conditions, and spend long hours in machinery cabs or on your feet. Work Ethic: Strong problem-solving skills, safety-first mindset, and the ability to work independently or with a team.
