Agronomy Mechanic - Applicator

Country Visions Cooperative, LLC; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Country Visions Cooperative is seeking a full-time Agronomy Mechanic / Applicator for their Fond du Lac, WI location. The role involves mechanical maintenance of agricultural equipment and applying fertilizers and chemicals in farm fields during the growing season. A valid CDL is preferred, and compensation ranges from $21 to $30+ per hour depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Paid time off

401K with company match

Medical insurance with 70% premiums covered

Paid training

Annual profit sharing

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of prior mechanic experience.
• Clean driving record required.
• Knowledge of agronomic crop production practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on equipment.
• Use self-propelled equipment for fertilizer applications.
• Communicate effectively with agronomists and team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Valid Class A CDL preferred

Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Operators license

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: AGRONOMY FOND DU LAC - FOND DU LAC, WI

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Agronomy Mechanic / Applicator (CDL Driver) Full-Time

Country Visions Cooperative is looking to hire a full-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
• Paid time off
• Annual profit sharing
• Paid holidays and additional annual floating holidays each year
• 401K with generous company match
• Medical insurance – 70% of premiums covered by Country Visions Cooperative
• Paid training
• Optional Health Savings Account
• Dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 100% Company paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health and Wellness Program

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

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!