Tractor Operator x2 at Agriculture, Food Security & Nutrition

Tractor Operator

Under the general supervision of the Farm Manager, the incumbent is responsible for preventative maintenance of farm machinery (tractor, combine harvesters and all types of implements) and agricultural farm operations.

Responsibilities

• Check water, oil and fuel in the tractor daily; refill when necessary.
• Clean air filter and battery terminals regularly to ensure efficient functioning.
• Perform minor services of farm machinery for efficient functioning.
• Clean, grease and store tractor, combine and farm implements after each use to reduce damage due to natural factors such as rust.
• Check nuts and tyre pressures for efficient functioning of all machinery, and avoid loose bolts and rust.
• Fill logbook daily for machinery hours, mileage and fuel and oil records.
• Inspect fields (rocks, proximity to gullies, etc.) prior to any farm/field operation to avoid machinery breakdowns. ...