Agricultural Applicator: Field Tech & Equipment Operator

haecareers; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Earned Wage Access

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Overtime Eligibility

Life Insurance

Job summary

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is seeking a field Applicator to apply herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops and to maintain application equipment. The role includes driving a company vehicle, maintaining logs, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, experience with large equipment, and may hold a Qualified Applicator Certificate. Spanish is a valued bonus in customer interactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating large equipment required.
• QAC preferred.
• Agricultural background beneficial.
• Basic knowledge of pesticides required.
• Ability to read field maps and use tractor-mounted computers.
• Must pass CDL medical exam.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work nights, overtime, and some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Mix pesticides, fertilizers, and chemicals for application.
• Maintain logs and reports of treated acres.
• Calibrate and maintain application equipment.
• Operate and maintain equipment and vehicles.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Adhere to safety protocols and company policies.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

English literacy

Read field maps

CDL medical clearance

Spanish beneficial

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Field computers (tractor-mounted)

Job description

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is seeking a field Applicator to apply herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops and to maintain application equipment. The role includes driving a company vehicle, maintaining logs, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, experience with large equipment, and may hold a Qualified Applicator Certificate. Spanish is a valued bonus in customer interactions.