Agricultural Field Sprayer Technician (CDL/HazMat)

Frontier Cooperative; Belgrade (NE); Presencial; USD 42 000 - 61 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Cooperative pension plan

401(k) with traditional and Roth

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

FSA/HSA spending accounts

Paid time off

Uniform & boot allowances

360 Wellness Program

Sign-on & referral bonuses

Additional benefits available

Resumo da oferta

Frontier Cooperative is seeking dedicated field technicians to support our Nebraska farming communities. You will operate sprayers and spreaders, apply chemicals and fertilizers, and ensure safe, efficient field operations across producer fields.

Responsibilities include loading, coordinating with drivers, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety and regulatory standards. A CDL and chemical licenses are required, with training available for endorsement acquisition.

Qualificações

• Valid operator's license and Commercial Chemical Applicator's license required.
• CDL Class A or B with HazMat and Tanker endorsements required (or obtainable within 90 days).
• Ability to operate constant and variable rate sprayers, dry spreaders, anhydrous stations, and nurse tanks.
• Strong math skills including proportions, percentages, and volume calculations.
• Effective communicator with customers and coworkers.

Responsabilidades

• Operate constant flow sprayers, variable rate applicators, and dry spreaders safely and efficiently.
• Apply pre- and post-emergent chemicals, insecticides, lime, and dry and liquid fertilizers to producer fields.
• Evaluate product labels to ensure proper application rates and usage.
• Maneuver sprayer into proper position on producer's land while avoiding damage to property.
• Prevent chemical spills; clean up any spillage immediately and report issues to supervisor.
• Prepare sprayer for loading and verify product arrives in good condition.
• Collaborate with commercial truck drivers operating tender trucks to receive chemicals or fertilizers in the field.
• Activate auto shutoffs, assist connecting transfer hoses, and operate transfer systems to fill sprayer tanks.
• Disconnect and secure hoses and tanks upon completion of transfer.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on sprayers and dry spreaders.
• Change oil and filters; replace lights, belts, wiper blades, and grease fittings.
• Clean chemical tanks with appropriate cleaning agents after each use.
• Keep sprayers clean inside and out to ensure proper mechanical operation and a positive company image.
• Follow all company safety standards and comply with OSHA, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain CDL license and endorsements and commercial chemical applicator's license.
• Attend educational workshops and review technical publications to stay current in the field.

Conhecimentos

Math skills

Customer communication

Ferramentas

Sprayers

Dry spreaders

Nurse tanks

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Frontier Cooperative is seeking dedicated field technicians to support our Nebraska farming communities. You will operate sprayers and spreaders, apply chemicals and fertilizers, and ensure safe, efficient field operations across producer fields.

Responsibilities include loading, coordinating with drivers, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety and regulatory standards. A CDL and chemical licenses are required, with training available for endorsement acquisition.