Hughes Farms, G.P. is owned and operated by Randy and Judy Hughes in Janesville, WI. We manage over 5,000 acres of tillable land, primarily centered in Rock County. Our team consists of 6 full-time staff members and 5-7 seasonal employees, each playing a crucial role in our success. Without the knowledge and talents of our employees, our operation would not be possible.

At W. Hughes Farms, G.P., we are committed to continuous improvement through hard work, determination, and the integration of new technologies alongside time-tested farming traditions. Our goal is to maintain a profitable and sustainable farming business in Rock County for many years to come.

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

As a Farm Technician, you will operate machinery and perform various field tasks like tilling, transporting goods, operating farm machines, handling crops, and managing and maintaining pivot irrigation systems. You will also be responsible for recording data and providing valuable insight into the operations, planting, and harvesting processes. Other areas of focus are maintaining equipment maintenance records and contributing to keeping the workplace clean and organized, all while upholding the company’s core values and mission.

• Operate Equipment Safely and Efficiently: Use machinery such as, but not limited to, forklifts, mowers, loaders, ATVs, semi-tractors, grain carts, and soil finishers, tractors with precision and care.
• Perform Field Operations: Carry out essential fieldwork, including tilling, planting, harvesting, and operating field equipment as needed.
• Service and Maintain Equipment: Perform routine maintenance and repairs on farm machinery; coordinate with Tim to order necessary parts and maintain service records.
• Pivot Irrigation: Oversee the operation and positioning of pivot irrigation systems, monitor water usage and soil moisture levels, address maintenance issues as they arise, and ensure irrigation parts inventory is well-stocked and up to date.
• Irrigation System Maintenance: Service irrigators seasonally by inspecting gearboxes, changing oil, checking tire pressure, greasing pivots, and ensuring proper function of all components.
• Maintain Parts and Materials: Organize and stock parts for both general farm equipment and irrigation systems; keep the parts room clean and inventory up-to-date.
• Clean and Detail Equipment: Regularly clean semi-trucks, trailers, cabs, pick-up trucks, and other machinery; keep the machine shed swept and organized.
• Data Entry and Recordkeeping: Accurately log maintenance records, material usage, and task completion in spreadsheets or designated systems.
• Maintain Organized Work Areas: Ensure the shop, parts room, and pickup trucks remain clean, well-stocked, and organized.
• Learn and Utilize Technology: Learn and effectively use technology integrated in tractors, irrigation systems, and other equipment to improve precision and efficiency.
• Problem-Solving and Innovation: Troubleshoot mechanical issues, research solutions, and suggest process improvements to enhance farm efficiency.