Agronomy Applicator I - Training, Benefits, Growth

AgVantage FS; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training

Leadership development opportunities

Health and wellness support

Pension, 401(k) and generous PTO

Job summary

AgVantage FS in Iowa is recruiting a full-time agricultural applicator to apply crop production inputs in the field, follow label directions, and record data for regulatory compliance. You will also set up blending and delivery equipment and blend products as needed to support field operations.

We require a high school diploma and the ability to obtain required pesticide/fertilizer licenses. A CDL and the capability to work in noisy, outdoor conditions with safety precautions are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, eagerness to learn, passion and motivation for meeting goals.
• Must have the ability to obtain, all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses or certifications in states where crop production inputs are applied.
• A knack for relationship building and problem-solving.
• Must be a team-player through and through!
• Ability to work with extreme noise and weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.).
• Ability to work in areas that contain dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards, requiring utilization of appropriate safety measures.
• Ability to work at varying heights and move up to 100lbs.
• CDL with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and following all pesticide labels.
• Records application data according to regulations and standards.
• Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport and application equipment for blending and delivery of products.
• Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures.

Skills

Team-player

Relationship-building

Problem-solving

Eagerness to learn

Ability to work in noisy conditions

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Applicator simulator

CDL with satisfactory driving record

Job description

AgVantage FS in Iowa is recruiting a full-time agricultural applicator to apply crop production inputs in the field, follow label directions, and record data for regulatory compliance. You will also set up blending and delivery equipment and blend products as needed to support field operations.

We require a high school diploma and the ability to obtain required pesticide/fertilizer licenses. A CDL and the capability to work in noisy, outdoor conditions with safety precautions are essential.