About the role
Pay: $18.00 to $18.00 per hour
Description
Belstra Group Farms LLC is a pig production organization with multiple swine farm facilities located in Northwest Indiana. Belstra is in search of a full-time bus driver, light maintenance & pig care at our Sow Units. Belstra Group Farms is committed to producing the highest quality of pigs. This individual is responsible for safely driving a bus filled with pigs from site to site. This job starts at 6 am each day averaging 50 hours per week, including weekends. The individual member must work in compliance with all the company policies, local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
Job Duties and Responsibilities (Included but not limited to):
Driving a remodeled school bus filled with pigs safely from driveway to barn
General welding and electrical work
Routine equipment/facility maintenance
Use common hand and power tools
Some pig handling
Keep the bus clean
Follow all animal handling guidelines & biosecurity requirements
Requirements
Skills and Requirements (Included but not limited to):
Able to drive safely on the road in all weather conditions
Patience and attention to detail
Withstand exposure to seasonal weather conditions
Basic knowledge of farm maintenance
Physical Demands:
Stand, walk, or be on feet for long periods of time
Frequently bend, reach, squat, kneel
Frequently use one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull.
Frequently lift objects weighing 50+ pounds
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or G.E.D
Valid driver’s license
Bilingual is a plus, English is required
Previous pig production experience is plus, but not required