Seasonal Bale Press Operator

Applications will be accepted for SEASONAL Bale Press Operator positions beginning September 30, 2024.  To apply, go to the Lubbock Cotton Classification Complex at 120 Texas Tech Parkway, Lubbock, TX 79409.  For any questions, please contact the Lubbock Classing Office, telephone number (806) 283-9400 Applications will not be accepted after 3:00 p.m. on November 1st, 2024.

Bale Press Operator  WG 3502-3/1, $18.53 per hour.  The minimum requirements include: 

  • 520 hours of experience as a WG-1 Production Assistant or WL-1 Production Assistant or WL-1 Production Assistant Leader and a most current performance rating of 3.00 or higher with no rating of “Does Not Meet” for any single performance element, OR six months of training or experience above high school in operation, repair, and maintenance of ginning equipment or equivalent type of equipment, OR six months of experience as a warehouseman, heavy equipment operator, farm equipment operator or as a mechanic. All applicants must have a High School diploma or GED to be qualified. Proof of Education Must be Provided with Application.
  • Benefits include opportunities for federal health insurance, annual leave, sick leave, overtime, and incentive awards.

Must be able to work in a fast paced, 24/7 environment. Holiday and Weekend Work is required. Selected employees must be able to work any shift. Background checks are performed on all applicants.

Applications can be picked up at Lubbock Classing Office, 120 Texas Tech Parkway, Lubbock, TX 79409 between 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and must show picture ID and Social Security card when hired. Veteran’s preference will be applied as appropriate.  DD-214 must be provided to qualify for veteran’s preference. If you are a male born after Dec. 31, 1959 and are at least 18 year of age, civil service employment law (5 U.S.C.3328) requires that you must be registered with the Selective Service system, unless you meet certain exemptions (proof of registration and/or exemption required).

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.