Job Opportunity: Farm Machinery Operator
Location: Southern Alberta (Vauxhall, Hays, Taber, Burdett) - This position will be based out of Burdett
Company: Kamper Group of Companies
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
We do NOT have LMIA spots available - please do NOT apply if you cannot work in Canada already
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About Us
Kamper Group of Companies is a proudly Canadian agricultural company operating in Southern Alberta, including Taber, Vauxhall, Hays, and Burdett. We're committed to producing top-quality crops, with a focus on sustainability, innovation, teamwork, safety and continuous improvement. Whether it’s planting, harvesting, or everything in between, our team works hard and works together to deliver excellence for our customers. We’re growing — and looking for a Farm Machinery Operator to join our dynamic team. This role is critical to our success and involves working with cutting-edge equipment in every stage of crop production, from planting to harvest to table.
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What You'll Be Doing
- Operate and maintain farm machinery (tractors, harvesters, sprayers, skidsteers, forklifts, etc.)
- Perform field operations: tillage, planting, spraying (liquid fertilizer and chemicals), cultivating, and harvesting
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety, farm safety, and biosecurity protocols
- Monitor plant health and respond to crop diseases (including potatoes)
- Troubleshoot and maintain equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation
- Use GPS and precision farming technology for guidance and yield tracking
- Assist with general farm duties as required
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What You Bring to the Table
- High school diploma (or equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in farming and large-scale equipment operation
- Proven background with row and field crops
- Willingness to work long hours during peak seasons (including Saturdays, but not Sundays)
- ️ Strong mechanical skills and physical stamina
- Independent thinker with great problem-solving abilities
- Fluent in English (spoken and written)
- Valid, clean driver’s license
- Bonus: Pesticide license and technical/vocational training
- Able to read technical manuals and follow safety protocols
- Excellent team and leadership skills
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Why Join Kamper Group?
- Be part of a progressive, family-run farm
- Join a respectful, collaborative team
- Gain experience in a rewarding agricultural environment
- Competitive wage with room to grow
- Health Spending Account (HSA) and traditional benefits
- Continuous training and development opportunities
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Ready to Apply?
If you're a skilled operator who thrives in a fast-paced agricultural environment and takes pride in quality work, we want to hear from you.
Send your resume and references to [email protected]
Apply today and grow with us!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
