Agriculture Applicator

CHS; Colby (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Applicator/Operations Specialist to join their agronomy team in Colby, KS. In this dynamic role, you will independently operate sprayers and maintain equipment while delivering essential crop protection solutions to local producers. This position not only provides an opportunity to build strong relationships with customers but also offers competitive hourly wages and a comprehensive benefits package. If you're passionate about agriculture and ready to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to empowering agriculture and enhancing the livelihoods of farmers and ranchers.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Agriculture Production or Operations required.
• CDL license with Hazmat endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer and crop protection products under supervision.
• Educate customers on products and techniques used.
• Perform general labor and maintenance tasks efficiently.

Skills

Agriculture Production

Operations

Chemical Application

Customer Service

Machinery Operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Loader

Forklift

Tractors

Sprayer

Job description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our 10,000 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS, Inc has an opportunity to join our agronomy team as an Applicator/Operations Specialist in Colby, KS! We build strong on-farm relationships with some of the best-known brands in agriculture to deliver and apply custom fertility and crop protection solutions to Kansas and Colorado’s best producers. You will independently run and operate a sprayer & semi in the field, maintain equipment while blending chemicals, and assist in facility operations. This position offers unbeatable benefits, competitive hourly wage, and overtime hours to maximize your take home pay. Apply today!

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, apply fertilizer and crop protection products. May include use of a high clearance sprayer or floater.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Educate customers on products being applied to fields, techniques utilized, and how you can continue to support them with products and services.
• Assist the sales staff in ensuring orders are correct and patron needs are met.
• Perform warehouse work including driving loader, forklift, mechanics, and maintenance.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and/or trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment. May include bulk and/or packaged material.
• Pick up and deliver product to customers as needed.
• Perform general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently, which may include general maintenance, grounds maintenance, equipment inspection and maintenance, and record keeping.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years of experience in Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application
• Must meet minimum age requirement

Additional Qualifications

• Must meet DOT and Company requirements
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
• Ability to work additional hours to meet business demand
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• CDL license with Hazmat endorsement or ability to attain one preferred
• Applicator's license, chemical application education and experience, forklift certification and farming/agriculture background preferred
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and load up to 75 lbs

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.