What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custom Applicator position at Vital Agriculture?
We are currently seeking a Custom Applicator to join our team! The ideal candidate should have experience in agronomy, farming, and the application of pesticides and fertilizers. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required, and the applicant should have experience in equipment maintenance and safety procedures. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating equipment and applying chemicals and fertilizers to crops, while ensuring safety protocols are followed at all times. The custom applicator will also maintain accurate records of all chemicals and fertilizers applied to crops, and provide excellent customer service to our clients. This role will be in a satellite location from Kersey, NE.
Your Possible Day to Day
- Correctly mixes pesticides, fertilizers and chemicals for application.
- Maintains accurate logbooks on applicated acres.
- Performs maintenance and calibration on application equipment.
- Participates in continuing education for maintaining pesticide applicator license.
- Performs maintenance on other equipment and fixed facilities.
- Must be able to work nights, overtime and some weekend hours during busy season.
- Other work-related duties as assigned by the leader.
Experience and Education
- High school diploma
- Experience in operating large equipment
- Must be 21 years old.
- Pass Background check
PERKS/BENEFITS
- Healthcare
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- And much more!