Agronomy Applicator

The Equity; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

401k match up to 6%

Paid parental leave

Referral program

Company incentive program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid life insurance and long-term disability

Job summary

The Equity is seeking an Agronomy Applicator in Effingham, Illinois. In this role, you will be responsible for operating custom application equipment for precise fertilizer and chemical applications. Your duties will include daily maintenance of equipment, regulatory compliance, and scouting fields for agricultural problems. The position offers a pay rate of $19-$24 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, 401k matching, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with a Class A License.
• Demonstrates the ability to interact effectively with management and customers.
• Self-motivated and possesses team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate custom application equipment for fertilizer and chemical application.
• Manage daily equipment maintenance and regulatory compliance.
• Scout fields, collect soil samples, create field maps.

Skills

Good driving record

Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) - Class A

Effective interaction with management and customers

Self-motivating personality

Team-building skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Job description

In the Agronomy Applicator position, you operate custom application equipment for precise fertilizer and chemical application. You also will manage daily equipment maintenance and regulatory compliance, supports blending and delivery of agricultural products, and assists with fleet maintenance in the off-season. Additionally, you will scout fields, collect soil samples, create field maps, and communicate professionally with team members and producers.

Location

Reports to

Location Manager

$19-$24 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all established personnel and safety policies and procedures.
• Applies fertilizer and ag chemicals through custom application equipment in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Responsible for daily maintenance, cleanliness and compliance with state and federal regulations of equipment and facilities.
• Blending, mixing, delivering, loading and unloading fertilizer, ag chemicals, seed and merchandise as directed.
• Attend continuing education courses to maintain a quality level of knowledge for the products, regulations, and customer relations.
• In the off-season, may be required to assist corporate shop personnel in repairing and maintaining fleet or operate the truck fleet as directed by the location manager.
• Scout Fields for weed and insect problems, take soil samples, and make field maps.
• Be able to communicate in a professional manner to the producer, salesman and location manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Leadership Characteristics

• Must have a good driving record
• Must have valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a Class A License
• Demonstrates the ability to interact effectively with management and customers
• Has a self-motivating personality as well as team-building skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

The nature of the business requires extended hours. While performing the duties of the job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical equipment and in outside weather conditions. Exposure to fumes or dust, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration is possible. Noise level in work environment is usually loud.

Travel

The employee may be required to travel to other facilities in The Equity trade area.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Benefits Overview

• Paid vacation, 6 days Paid Time for All, 8 paid holidays, 3 paid floating holidays
• 401k match up to 6%
• One week paid Parental Leave
• Referral Program
• Company Incentive Program
• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid Life insurance and long-term disability insurance