Agronomy Applicator

Superior Ag; Boonville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Ag in Boonville, IN is seeking an Agronomy Applicator to professionally apply crop nutrients and crop protection products, while maintaining vehicles, equipment and facilities. This full-time role suits someone who is mechanically minded, enjoys hands-on work, and prefers outdoor work in an office-like environment.

You will precisely blend and apply according to label directions, complete logs, train seasonal staff, and ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Prior experience a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Precisely blends and applies fertilizers and agricultural chemicals based on recommendations and label directions.
• Performs the job safely and in compliance with environmental regulations and Superior Ag’s guidelines.
• Maintains facility and equipment so that they have a good appearance and are always in working order.
• Performs mechanic work on assigned vehicles.
• Completes applicator logs and reports.
• Keeps the Location Manager informed of product inventory levels that could restrict application or delivery schedules.
• Keeps facility, equipment, and application records as required.
• Loads and unloads inbound and outbound inventory.
• Promotes the business with existing and potential customers.
• Be responsible for timely delivery of products to local destinations.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a CDL license with all necessary endorsements.
• Operate equipment in a safe and prudent manner.
• Drivers will adhere to the rules and laws established by local, state, and federal agencies. Any moving traffic violations and fines will be the driver’s responsibility.
• Help and Train Seasonal Employees.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Hands-on work

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL license

Job description

Description

The Agronomy Applicator is a full-time position that is responsible for the application of crop nutrients and crop protection products, as well as the maintenance of custom application vehicles, equipment and facilities. We are looking for someone who will provide professional and quality service. The ideal candidate would be mechanically-inclined, like to work with their hands, prefers an \"office\" outdoors, and enjoys operating equipment.

Duties/Responsiblities:

• Precisely blends and custom applies fertilizers and agricultural chemicals based on recommendations and label directions.
• Performs the job safely and in compliance with environmental regulations and Superior Ag’s guidelines.
• Maintains facility and equipment so that they have a good appearance and are always in working order.
• Performs mechanic work on assigned vehicles.
• Completes applicator logs and reports.
• Keeps the Location Manager informed of product inventory levels that could restrict application or delivery schedules
• Keeps facility, equipment, and application records as required
• Loads and unloads inbound and outbound inventory.
• Promotes the business with existing and potential customers.
• Be responsible for timely delivery of products to local destinations.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a CDL license with all necessary endorsements.
• Operate equipment in a safe and prudent manner.
• Drivers will adhere to the rules and laws established by local, state, and federal agencies. Any moving traffic violations and fines will be the driver’s responsibility.
• Help and Train Seasonal Employees.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities; This job has no supervisory responsibilities

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Valid Drivers License
• Prior experience a plus but not required