Custom Applicator

Description

This position will operate a custom application unit providing application of crop protection products and crop nutrients for customers in a timely, accurate manner for their farming operations. Perform maintenance and assistance in all aspects of the Co-ops operations as directed when not operating a custom application machine by performing the following duties.

• 50% of your time will be operating large modern application equipment
• 50% of your time will be working in our shop maintaining our equipment
• Operates computers on equipment
• Requires delivering, mixing, loading, unloading, and application of pesticides/fertilizers and seed
• Handles and delivers bulk and packaged goods
• Responsible for daily maintenance, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance of equipment and facilities
• Maintain application/spray records
• Drives and operates trucks, vehicles, equipment and tools safely and efficiently by following all current D.O.T. regulations, company policies, manufacturer instructions, State and local laws and codes, and any other applicable laws, codes or regulations.
• Perform winter maintenance on fertilizer equipment and make needed improvements on all fertilizer facilities
• Work closely with producers and fellow employees to provide outstanding customer service
• Attend continuing education courses to maintain a quality level of knowledge for the products, regulations and customer relations
• Operate fleet trucks as directed by Location Manager during the off season
• Scout fields for weed and insect problems. Take soil samples, make field maps
• Must be able to communicate in a professional manner to the Producer, Salesmen and Location Manager
• Complete daily tasks lists

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have a valid Driver's License, the ability to work with metals, basic truck maintenance, basic computer skills, good communication skills and able to work safely with or without direct supervision. Ability to operate and maintain agricultural custom application equipment.

Previous Experience:

• Prefer 3-5 years previous Ag applications experience.
• Prefer 3-5 years previous Tender truck and equipment maintenance experience.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Currently posses or able to obtain a class B Commercial Driver's License
• Currently posses or able to obtain Tanker Endorsements
• Currently posses or able to obtain Commercial Applicator's License
• Class A license is a plus

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell.

Salary : $44,500 - $56,400