How to Become an Agricultural Equipment Operator
If you love working outdoors and are mechanically inclined, becoming an agricultural equipment operator could be a great career choice. Almost anyone can do it, but be prepared for some hard work. Follow the steps below to get on your way to becoming an agricultural equipment operator.
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Instructions
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Visit a farm in your area and observe the operation of agricultural equipment. Do an Internet search for farms that allow visitors or browse ads in the phone book yellow pages. Ask questions of the farm operator to determine if a job as an agricultural equipment operator is for you.
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Sign up for the Agricultural Equipment Operator career path at your high school, if it is offered.
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Attend a community college Agricultural Equipment Operator course. These can be located by doing a search on the Internet, or check the resources section below.
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Find a friend who is working as an agricultural equipment operator and ask them to mentor you in an apprenticeship program.
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Look for a farmer who is willing to give you on-the-job training. Do an Internet search for agriculture jobs or check newspaper classifieds.
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Start applying for jobs in the field. Demonstrate your training, experience and desire, and become an agricultural equipment operator.
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Tips & Warnings
Agricultural Equipment Operator jobs are seasonal. Be prepared to move around, such as on a harvesting crew, or be unemployed for several months at a time.
Agricultural Equipment Operators are normally required to be able to do minor repairs to keep the equipment functioning. This sometimes takes great physical strength, as some are very large pieces of equipment.
