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

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

Job summary

Central Ontario FS is seeking a Professional Applicator to operate agricultural application equipment and support local customers with timely, accurate crop input applications. This role emphasizes safe operation, maintenance, and adherence to required paperwork in a field-based setting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license; agronomy experience or prior applicator work is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving.
• Ability to read maps and work orders.
• Agriculture experience or professional applicator experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate agricultural application equipment (loaders, skid steers, forklifts) in outdoor settings.
• Perform minor repairs and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Apply dry fertilizer and crop protection products.
• Complete required paperwork, driver logs, and daily inspections.
• Ensure timely application to support superior customer service.

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

GPS mapping devices

Calibration tools

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.

What You’ll Be Doing

If you love being outdoors and operating heavy equipment, then we can’t wait to talk to you! We are looking for a Professional Applicator that is eager to get behind the wheel and help our customers thrive.

In This Role, You Will

• Operate agricultural application equipment, such as loaders, skid steers, forklifts, etc.
• Perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Apply dry fertilizer and/or crop protection products.
• Complete required paperwork, driver’s logs, and 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.
• 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.
• A strong mechanical aptitude with ability to problem solve.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to read maps, and work orders, as well as follow specific delivery directions and instructions.
• Agriculture experience an asset.
• Professional applicator experience an asset.
• Willingness to work in Indoor/Outdoor working conditions with some lifting and climbing requirements.
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak times.
• A current Ag Exterminator License, and/or Nutrient Technician License would be a definite asset.

What We Bring To The Table

• We value relationships and people first and foremost.
• We are a company that gives back to the community.
• We emphasize sustainability practices and stewardship of our resources.
• We provide 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, Company-paid health and dental premiums, generous RRSP matching program and Paid Time Off (full-time positions 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