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The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating heavy equipment during lagoon processing projects and assisting with the operation of a remote controlled dredge connected to a solids removal pump.\nMonitor and run processing equipment\nMay work in two man or solo operation upon completion of training\n12-hour shift schedule, with expected overtime\nSCOPE AND ACCOUNTABILITY\nFollow general policies and procedures\nInform supervisor promptly of any issues\nStay on location at all times to maintain oversight of the unit\nESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nSafely operate an excavator for lagoon dredging and material handling\nSet up and operate hydraulic power units to drive solids removal pumps\nPerform daily equipment inspections, routine maintenance checks, and report any mechanical issues\nEnsure daily operations are in compliance with all regulations\nWork with project supervisors to ensure safe and efficient operations on dairy farm sites\nAssist with general field operations as needed\nREQUIRED COMPETENCIES / PREREQUISITES\nProven experience operating equipment in agricultural, construction, or similar settings\nStrong teamwork and communication skills\nBasic reading, writing, math and computer skills\nWillingness to travel to dairy farms within the region\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS\nLight to moderate physical effort required\nMust be able to lift up to 50-100 pounds\nRequired to walk, reach and move about the unit\nAbility to work outdoors in variable weather conditions\nWork in/around mechanical, industrial and electrical equipment\nWork in/around trucks\nMust be able to climb a ladder\nJob Type: Full-time\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour\nWork Location: In person","company":"Sky Hook Services","rawCompany":"sky hook services","city":"Plainview","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:31:25.889Z","occupations":[{"code":"47-2073.00","title":"Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators","slug":"operating-engineers-and-other-construction-equipment-operators"},{"code":"45-2091.00","title":"Agricultural Equipment Operators","slug":"agricultural-equipment-operators"},{"code":"47-5022.00","title":"Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining","slug":"excavating-and-loading-machine-and-dragline-operators-surface-mining"}],"industries":[{"code":"237990","title":"Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction","slug":"other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-construction"},{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"},{"code":"238910","title":"Site Preparation Contractors","slug":"site-preparation-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Process Operator","description":"Heavy Equipment Operator – Manure Lagoon Processing\nJob description\nSky Hook Services, dedicated to the agriculture industry. 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