Agronomy Operations Specialist - Grow with Impact

NEW Cooperative Inc.; Osceola (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NEW Cooperative Inc. is seeking a location operations team member in Iowa to support agronomy activities including handling crop protection products, fertilizer, and lime.

The role requires driving responsibilities, equipment operation, and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate will hold a Class A CDL with tanker and HazMat endorsements, have a High School diploma or GED, and be able to pass a DOT physical.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class A CDL with tanker and HazMat endorsements.
• High school diploma or GED; 1-3 months related experience.
• Pass a DOT physical every 2 years as required by law.
• Must be able to obtain Commercial Applicators License.
• Ability to read safety and operating instructions.

Responsibilities

• Apply pre- and post-emerge crop protection products, dry and liquid fertilizer, and lime.
• Operate fertilizer tender trucks.
• Fill and transport NH3 equipment.
• Assist in loading and unloading of products from vehicles.
• Operate forklift/loader to move seed, chemical, fertilizer, etc.

Skills

CDL A

HazMat endorsement

Customer service

Safety awareness

Reading/comprehension

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

NH3 equipment handling

Job description

NEW Cooperative Inc. is seeking a location operations team member in Iowa to support agronomy activities including handling crop protection products, fertilizer, and lime.

The role requires driving responsibilities, equipment operation, and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate will hold a Class A CDL with tanker and HazMat endorsements, have a High School diploma or GED, and be able to pass a DOT physical.