Agronomy Applicator - PT

Country Visions Cooperative; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading agricultural cooperative seeks a part-time Agronomy Applicator in Fond du Lac, WI. The role involves mechanical maintenance and operating equipment for fertilizer and pesticide applications, with competitive pay based on experience. The cooperative offers support for necessary licensing and emphasizes the importance of detail and communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive pay

100% reimbursement for CDL schooling

Qualifications

• 2 years of prior mechanic experience required.
• Valid Class A CDL preferred but not required.
• Clean driving record essential.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical maintenance of agricultural application equipment.
• Use of self-propelled equipment for chemical applications.
• Deliveries of fertilizers to farms.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Operators license

Valid Class A CDL

2 years of mechanic experience

Job description

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Agronomy Mechanic / Applicator (CDL Driver) Part-Time

Country Visions Cooperative is looking to hire a part-time Agronomy Mechanic / Applicator for our Fond du Lac, WI location.

The responsibilities of this role will change throughout the year, depending on the seasonal needs – see job descriptions below.

Country Visions Cooperative is a farmer owned agriculture based cooperative dedicated to service and building long-term relationships from generation to generation. We are proud to trace our roots back to 1923.

Company Benefits

• Competitive pay: a base of $21.00 up to $30.00+ per hour. Base pay and step increases are dependent upon having a valid WI Custom Applicator license, a valid Class A CDL, a CCA (Certified Crop Advisor) certification, and prior experience
• If needed, we will help you obtain a WI Custom Applicator license, a Class A CDL and provide 100% reimbursement
  
  

Agronomy Mechanic - Job Responsibilities

• Mechanical and electrical maintenance of agricultural application equipment (CASE, RBR, RoGator), semi-tractors trailers, dry & liquid straight trucks, pickup trucks, liquid fertilizer nurse tanks, and dry fertilizer spreaders
• Facility maintenance and repair of buildings and operational equipment wil be necessary at times
  
  

Applicator – Job Responsibilities

• Applicator job description video: Here
• Trained and mentored to use self-propelled equipment to make fertilizer and/or chemical applications to crops in farm fields during the growing season (Typically middle of April through the beginning of July)
• Operate machines, field computers and electronic dispatching to ensure customer satisfaction of timely and accurate fertilizer and chemical applications
• Use of provided computer software for field mapping, crop planning and record keeping of customer operations
• Understand the products utilized and the reasons for them being applied
• Make deliveries to farms of liquid and dry fertilizers or other products with a pickup, straight and semi-trucks as necessary
• Travel between Country Visions Cooperative locations and customer operations will be required
• Work with other Country Vision Cooperative employees on a daily basis
• Additional hours worked during peak seasons is expected
• Communicate effectively with agronomists and other team members
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
  
  

HOURS

• Typical work week is Monday through Friday
• Saturday and some Sunday hours expected during May and June (Spring Season)
• Some unpredictable and extended work hours including seasonally extended hours will occur
  
  

Qualifications And Educational Requirements

• At least 2 years of prior mechanic experience
• Valid Class A CDL is preferred but not required. If you do not have your CDL and would like to obtain it, Country Visions Cooperative offers 100% reimbursement for CDL schooling
• Possess a Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Operators license or ability to obtain one
• Clean driving record is required
• Conscientious attitude and attention to detail are essential for success
• Thorough knowledge of agronomic crop production practices
• Excellent communication skills
• Adapt to interruption and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to details
• Problem solving skills
• Computer skills adequate to operate equipment field computers
  
  

Come join the Fond du Lac Agronomy location at Country Visions Cooperative! We look forward to hearing from you!

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