What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Applicator position at GreenPoint Ag?
About GreenPoint Ag
GreenPoint Ag is a farmer-owned, American-owned company. We’re committed to farmers’ success because that’s the only way we succeed. It’s a responsibility we don’t take lightly, and we look for employees who share this same commitment.
If you share a passion for rural America and the farmers who are so vital to its health, then we’d like to talk with you. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace with the opportunity to challenge yourself in one of today’s most vital industries. If you are a hardworking, passionate team player we would love to consider adding you to the GreenPoint Ag team.
Our Opportunity
We are looking for a Driver Applicator for our Poplarville, MS location! If you would enjoy a great work environment in the outdoors, working with the growers handling agricultural products, and fostering a sense of purpose and well-being through connecting with farmers, GreenPoint Ag may be the employer for you. This role fosters an engaging culture for those looking to get out and connect with the Growers.
Summary/Objective
Responsible for providing the application requirements of the location in compliance with state and federal regulations and being responsive and courteous to customers at all times. The operator is primarily responsible for providing quality application services to customers where the individuals own personality and image is important in backing up and servicing the sale.
Essential Functions
- Provides quality application services to customers in a safe and timely manner
- Maintains a quality and professional image with customers and is responsive to their needs
- Obtains/maintains DOT and CDL licensing and registration and complies with state and federal application requirements
- Obtains/maintains state commercial applicator certification and stays current with requirements
- Performs daily inspection of equipment prior to field applications and post application inspections
- Maintains safety equipment in optimum condition in the applicator equipment and immediate work area; follows all safety regulations and guidelines
- Applies the correct labeling, decals and DOT numbers to equipment and tanks
- Maintains the appropriate applicator and equipment logs and ensures they are kept up to date
- Performs the required preventive maintenance program recommended for the equipment
- Complies with regulatory guidelines in tank mixing, rinsing, and washing down both in the field and at the plant
- Assists other plant/warehouse workers in various physical duties necessary in running an agricultural location
Supervisor Responsibilities
- No supervisor responsibilities.
Required Qualifications
- Specific position/site qualifications and progression may apply, consult with Human Resources
- Skill Level I – Entry level; some related experience and/or training preferred
- Skill Level II – Minimum 5 years of experience; may also be determined by other requirements of the position, including acreage, location, or wet/dry application requirements; Note: this level is not guaranteed promotion based on years of experience – performance standards apply
- High School graduate or GED; may be offset by experience
- Valid driver’s license; must be able to meet a Motor Vehicle Review in accordance with Company policy
- Must obtain and maintain required state commercial applicator certification as required by state
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to communicate with associates and customers
- Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation, including understanding shipping/applicator orders and tickets, product labels, MSDS sheets, warning signs and emergency procedures
- Basic mechanical skills for daily maintenance of equipment preferred
- Ability to maintain customer service and represent GreenPoint Ag in a professional and courteous manner
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an outdoor agricultural setting. Employee will regularly encounter extreme temperatures, adverse weather, dust, loud noises, jarring motions, and a hazardous agricultural and industrial environment that requires regular use of PPE.
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.
The driver applicator needs to stay in good physical condition to regularly lift more than 40 pounds, climb ladders, perform preventive maintenance activities, and assist other plant/warehouse workers in various physical duties necessary in running an agricultural location. Employee will regularly be required to walk, stand, lift, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, handle, feel and grasp. Workload is frequently medium to heavy.
Travel
Includes travel to sites; travel outside of the assigned area is very rare; however, travel for training may be required.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Additional job-related duties may be assigned. GreenPoint Ag reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary with or without notice.
EEO Commitment: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or state law.