GEORGE P. FRITZ
H2A Experienced Farm Worker
Pretoria
Summary
Professional Summary Key Strengths: Bio: Farming Background & U.S. Experience
Dedicated Agricultural Equipment Operator with 10+ years of hands-on experience in large-scale row crop and grain farming, including 7 years working on U.S. farms. Skilled in precision tillage, planting, spraying, and harvest operations, with expertise in 50+ types of machinery (Case IH, John Deere, and specialized implements). Proficient in field preparation, crop management, and equipment maintenance, ensuring efficient and high-quality farm operations.
- Advanced Machinery Operation: Combines (JD 9770), tractors (Case IH 310–715, JD 8320/9630), SP sprayers, tillage tools (Landoll, Great Plains VT), and balers.
- Full-Crop Cycle Knowledge: From seedbed prep to harvest, including chemical application and grain handling.
- Precision & Efficiency: Calibrating planters, sprayers, and implements for optimal performance.
- Equipment Maintenance: Preventative servicing, diagnostics, and repairs to minimize downtime.
I grew up working on a family farm, where I learned the fundamentals of agriculture—operating machinery, tending crops, and maintaining equipment from a young age. This early experience gave me a strong work ethic, adaptability, and deep respect for sustainable farming practices.
After i decided to work in the United States on the H2A program, I expanded my skills on large-scale commercial farms, mastering advanced equipment like 24-row planters, high-capacity combines, and self-propelled sprayers. Over 7 years, I’ve worked with top-tier machinery (Case IH, John Deere, MacDon), refined precision farming techniques, and contributed to efficient, high-yield operations. My hands-on background, combined with years of U.S. farm experience, allows me to troubleshoot issues quickly, optimize field workflows, and ensure peak equipment performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Ag Equipment Operator
High Quality Farms
Decatur Michigan
04.2024 - 12.2024
Key Responsibilities & Achievements: Equipment Proficiency: Technical Skills:
- Operate and maintain 20+ pieces of farm machinery to support full-cycle row crop production (seed corn, commercial corn, soybeans) across 7,000+ acres.
- Precision Field Preparation:
Optimize seedbeds using Case IH high-speed discs, Landoll chisel plows, and Great Plains VT vertical tillage tools
Perform strip-till and cover crop integration for soil health. - Planting & Crop Inputs:
Tend seed/chemicals to fields during corn/soybean planting operations.
Mix and transport herbicides/pesticides for self-propelled sprayer crews. - Harvest Operations:
Operate Case IH 8250 combine during commercial corn harvest.
Manage grain logistics via Oxbo dump cart during seed corn harvest. - Post-Harvest & Maintenance:
Lead fall tillage and equipment winterization
Assist shop team with predictive maintenance on tractors (Case IH 310–715 series) and implements. - Tractors: Case IH 310, 340, 380, 620, 645, 715
- Tillage: Case IH high-speed disc, Landoll , Great Plains VT
- Harvest: Case IH 8250 combine, Oxbo dump cart
- Support: Skid steers, seed tenders, grain carts
- Precision ag tech (monitor calibration, yield mapping)
- Machinery diagnostics (hydraulics, GPS systems)
- Chemical/seed inventory management
Ag Equipment Operator
High Quality Farms
Decatur Michigan
04.2023 - 12.2023
Key Responsibilities & Achievements: Equipment Operated: Skills & Expertise:
- Operated and maintained diverse farm machinery to support full-cycle crop production (soybeans, seed corn) across 7,000+ acres.
- Prepared fields using Case high-speed discs, Landoll chisel plows, and Great Plains VT tillage equipment, ensuring optimal seedbed conditions.
- Planting & Chemical Applications:
Assisted in soybean and seed corn planting, tending seed/chemicals to fields.
Mixed and delivered herbicides/pesticides for sprayer crews, adhering to safety protocols. - Harvest Operations:
Operated Oxbo dump cart during seed corn harvest, ensuring efficient grain transfer. - Post-Harvest & Maintenance:
Conducted fall tillage, cover crop spreading, and equipment winterization.
Serviced tractors and implements in the shop (greasing, repairs, storage prep). - Tractors: Case IH 310, 340, 380, 620, 645, 715
- Tillage: Case high-speed disc, Great Plains VT, Landoll chisel plow, field cultivators, rippers
- Planting/Harvest: Soybean planter, seed corn planter, Oxbo dump cart
- Support Equipment: Skid steers, sprayer tenders, grain carts
- Precision field preparation (reduced compaction, improved yield potential)
- Machinery operation & maintenance (diagnostics, preventative care)
- Chemical handling & sprayer support
- Team coordination for time-sensitive operations
Ag Equipment Operator
PMS & Harvesting
Dalhart Texas
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Silage Equipment Operator - MacDon Swather; John Deere 8360R;
- Work Shop & Maintenance - Claas Harvester; MacDon Swather;
- John Deere 8370R; JBS Spreader
- John Deere Swather; JBS Fertilizer Spreader;
- Krone Big M-420 Silage Cutter
Farm Manager
FAIRFIELD BOERDERY / FARMING
Thabazimbi
01.2011 - 12.2018
- Disk Plow Baldan
- Field Cultivator
- Land Roller
- Large Field Tractor
- Moldboard Plow
- Row Crop Planter
- Sickle Mower
- Articulating Tractor
- Chisel Plow
- Air Drill - planter / seeder
- Calibrate Sprayers
- Irrigation - Pivot
- Driving Self Propelled Crop Sprayer
- Tilling Operations
- Mixing of Spray Chemicals
- Calibrate Mix-mill
- Electronic Scales
- Grinder Mixer
- Round Baler - big
- Square Baler - small
Ag Equipment Operator
Olsen Custom Farms
Hendricks Minnesota
04.2010 - 12.2010
- Driving Combine - John Deere 9770; 35 foot Draper Header
- Driving Grain Cart
- Truck Driving - International 9800
- Tractor Driving - John Deere 8320; John Deere 9630
- Frontloader - John Deere
- Skid Steer - John Deere
- Harrow - 18 Foot
- Big Round Baler
- General ShopWork
- General Heavy Equipment Maintenance
Education
High School Diploma - Operations Management
Alison
Online 01.2025 - 06.2025
Skills
Technical Skills & Equipment Proficiency
Tillage & Field Preparation
Primary Tillage: Moldboard Plow, Chisel Plow (Landoll), Disk Plow, Case High Speed Disk
Secondary Tillage: Field Cultivator, Harrow (18-ft), Land Roller, Case IH High-Speed Disc
Vertical Tillage: Great Plains VT
Planting & Seeding
Row Crop Planter (12-row), Air Drill (planter/seeder)
Precision Seed/Sprayer Calibration (Mix-mill, electronic scales)
Spraying & Crop Inputs
Self-Propelled Sprayer Operation
Chemical Mixing & Handling (herbicides, pesticides)
Irrigation Systems (Center Pivot)
Harvest & Forage Equipment
Combines: John Deere 9770 (35-ft draper header), Claas Harvester
Forage Harvesting: Krone Big M-420 Silage Cutter
Swathers: MacDon, John Deere Swather
Hay Equipment: Big Round Baler, Square Baler (small), Grinder Mixer
Tractors & Heavy Machinery
Large Field Tractors:Case IH: 310, 340, 380, 620, 645, 715John Deere: 8320, 9630, 8360R, 8370R
Articulating Tractors
Support Equipment:Skid Steer (John Deere), Front End LoaderGrain Cart (Oxbo 3524)
Post-Harvest & Material Handling
JBS Spreader/Fertilizer Spreader
Grain Cart Operation
Shop & Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance (fluids, belts, bearings)
Diagnostics & Repairs (hydraulics, electrical, GPS systems)
Equipment Winterization & Storage
Attributes
- Punctual
- Motivated
- Diligent
- Teachable
- Trustworthy
- Honest
- Accountable
- Innovative
Personal Hobbies
- Spending time in nature
- Photography
- Meeting new people
- Exercising
Personal Information
Age: 42
Timeline
High School Diploma - Operations Management
Alison
01.2025 - 06.2025
Ag Equipment Operator
High Quality Farms
04.2024 - 12.2024
Ag Equipment Operator
High Quality Farms
04.2023 - 12.2023
Ag Equipment Operator
PMS & Harvesting
05.2019 - 08.2019
Farm Manager
FAIRFIELD BOERDERY / FARMING
01.2011 - 12.2018
Ag Equipment Operator
Olsen Custom Farms
04.2010 - 12.2010