Ag Equipment Operator

Innovative Ag Services; Elkader (IA); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Innovative Ag Services in Elkader, IA seeks a dedicated Agricultural Applicator to perform custom application of crop nutrients and protection products. The role includes safe transport of commodities and farm supplies, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and efficiency.

Ideal candidates hold a Class A CDL (or can obtain) and a Custom Applicator license or ability to obtain one. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is eligible for this position. Join a team focused on reliability and community service.

Qualifikationen

• Mechanical aptitude for handling machinery, hydraulics, and piping systems.
• Demonstrates initiative and commitment to complete tasks efficiently.
• Able to communicate information effectively in writing or orally.
• Organizes and handles multiple tasks with adaptability to changes.
• Strong math skills for basic calculations.
• Class A CDL or ability to obtain.
• Custom Applicator Licensing or ability to obtain.

Aufgaben

• Report to the assigned workplace on time and notify supervisor of absences.
• Maintain licenses and physicals required for the role.
• Perform professional custom application of crop nutrients and protection products.
• Submit paperwork timely and accurately.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and document work.
• Transport commodities and farm supply products.
• Assist with distribution of farm supplies and grain when needed.
• Monitor tools/inventories and request replacements as needed.
• Keep shop and warehouse areas clean and organized.
• Participate in safety and job-related training sessions.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical aptitude

Initiative

Communication skills

Organization

Math skills

CDL Class A

Licensing/licensing obtainment

Jobbeschreibung

**$1,500 Sign-On Bonus Eligible**

Primary Objective

To provide quality, efficient, and safe custom application of crop nutrients and protection products. Also, provide safe and efficient transportation of commodities and farm supply products for the benefit of IAS and its member owners.

Major Accountabilities

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Report to assigned workplace at time specified; report late arrivals or absences to supervisor prior to start time
• Maintain required licenses, physicals, etc. necessary to perform job requirements
• Professional custom application of crop nutrients and protection products
• Submit required application paperwork timely and accurately
• Repairs and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment; document all work performed
• Transportation of commodities and farm supply products
• Assist with the distribution of farm supply products and grain when assigned
• Notification of shop tools, inventories of supplies, or replacement parts needed
• Maintain cleanliness of shop and warehouse areas in which you are working
• Participate in safety and job-related training programs provided by the company
• Follow company policies and procedures regarding safety and conduct
• Create a positive, professional image to customers and community
• Accept and carry out other assigned duties given by location manager

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Mechanical aptitude including basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulics, and piping systems and knowledge of various machines and tools including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.
• Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.
• Ability to organize, deal with change effectively, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Possess math skills when performing basic operations.
• Class A CDL or ability to obtain
• Custom Applicator Licensing or ability to obtain.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability

• Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds. Also flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Also trunk strength and ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time. Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
• Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agriculture products.
• Personal Protective Equipment may be required for some tasks.