Agricultural Equipment Operators

Drive and control farm equipment, like tractors, balers, or tillers.

Agricultural Equipment Operators drive and control farm equipment to till soil or plant and harvest crops. They may operate stationary equipment to perform tasks like husking, shelling, or threshing.

Wages	$21.19 per hour on average
Demand	High Demand
Outlook	The outlook is Good
Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Agricultural Power Machinery Operation
On the Job	Work Activities Inspect equipment or facilities to determine condition or maintenance needs. Operate farming equipment. Operate irrigation systems. Apply chemical solutions to plants to protect against disease or insects or to enhance growth. Attach equipment extensions or accessories. Load agricultural or forestry products for shipment. Plant crops, trees, or other plants. Prepare materials or solutions for animal or plant use. Confer with managers to make operational decisions. Maintain forestry, hunting, or agricultural equipment.
Career Pathways	Power, Structural and Technical Systems
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