Crop Inputs Custom Operator/Applicator - Central Ontario FS - Delhi, ON

Central Ontario FS; Delhi; On-site; CAD 33,062 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP program

Paid Time Off

Volunteer time

Paid overtime

Profit sharing

Job summary

Central Ontario FS, a division of GROWMARK, Inc, is seeking Applicators to support farming communities in Central and Southern Ontario. The role involves operating agricultural application equipment, performing maintenance, and handling paperwork to ensure timely crop protection applications with a strong customer service focus.

The company emphasizes long-tenured employees, in-house training, robust benefits, and opportunities to grow within a supportive rural-producer environment.

Qualifications

• Normally requires a high school diploma.
• A strong mechanical aptitude with ability to problem solve.
• Demonstrate basic computer and math skills.
• Demonstrate ability to read maps, work orders, follow specific delivery directions and instructions.
• May be required to work extended hours.
• A current Ag Exterminator License, and/or Nutrient Technician License would be a definite asset.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license (preferably class DZ), a driving abstract that represents a history of safe operation, as well as the ability to maintain insurability.

Responsibilities

• Operate agricultural application equipment, loaders, skid steers, forklift.
• Perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Responsible for the application of dry and liquid crop protection products.
• Complete required paperwork, driver’s logs / daily inspections.
• Ensure application is made in a timely manner that promotes superior customer service and professionalism.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Read maps and delivery directions

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Valid driver’s license

DZ preferred license

Ag Exterminator License

Nutrient Technician License

Job description

Central Ontario FS, a division of GROWMARK, Inc, is a great company to work for, large enough to offer solid career opportunities and great benefits, but with a friendly, personal feel.

At Central Ontario FS, we specialize in agronomy, energy products and grain marketing. We are driven to deliver innovative solutions to help improve the profitability of our customers and farmer owners.

If you love operating big equipment and have a passion for agriculture, then we can’t wait to talk to you! We are looking for Applicators who are eager to go above and beyond to help our growers get the best yield possible.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operate agricultural application equipment, loaders, skid steers, forklift
• Perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment
• Responsible for the application of dry and liquid crop protection products
• Complete required paperwork, driver’s logs / daily inspections
• Ensure application is made in a timely manner that promotes superior customer service and professionalism

What You Bring To The Table

• Normally requires a high school diploma
• A strong mechanical aptitude with ability to problem solve
• Demonstrate basic computer and math skills
• Demonstrate ability to read maps, work orders, follow specific delivery directions and instructions
• Agriculture experience an asset
• Professional applicator experience an asset
• Indoor/Outdoor working conditions with some lifting and climbing requirements
• May be required to work extended hours
• A current Ag Exterminator License, and/or Nutrient Technician License would be a definite asset
• Must possess a valid driver’s license (preferably class DZ), a driving abstract that represents a history of safe operation, as well as the ability to maintain insurability

What We Bring To The Table

• We value relationships and people first and foremost
• We are a company that give back to the community
• We emphasize sustainability practices and stewardship of our resources
• We enjoy access to in-house training and leadership development opportunities
• We ensure that employee health and wellness matters to us!
• We offer a robust benefits package including generous RRSP programs and Paid Time Off, including paid Volunteer time (Full-Time only).
• Paid overtime, when needed.
• Performance bonuses/ Profit Sharing.

What You Didn't Know About Us

• Central Ontario FS is a retail division of GROWMARK, INC. serves local producers across Central and Southern Ontario. We provide leading-edge agronomic products & solutions, including precision ag services delivered by a skilled team of professionals, as well as a variety of fuel and energy solutions.
• Our average full-time tenure is 12 years, with 20% of our full-timers having more than 25 years of service.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

SALARY RANGE: $24.00 - $27.00