Applicator/Driver CDL, Experienced

CHS Inc.; Havre (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

CHS Inc. is seeking a full-time Crop Applicator/Truck Driver in Havre, MT. This role involves applying fertilizers and crop protection products, managing field operations, and educating customers on product usage. Ideal candidates have experience in agriculture and possess a valid CDL.

The company offers a competitive total rewards package including benefits such as medical, 401(k), and paid time off. If you want to make an impact in your community, consider applying for this position today!

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in relevant agriculture roles.
• Must meet minimum age requirements.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer and crop protection products under supervision.
• Drive and maintain application vehicles.
• Educate customers on product application techniques.

Skills

1+ years of experience in Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application

Ability to read, write and communicate in English

Customer experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CDL and DOT medical card

Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements

Bulk liquid, Pressure trailer, or Forklift experience

Job description

Overview

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

Want to make a difference and impact in your local community? Come join CHS, Inc as a full time Crop Applicator/ Truck Driver in Havre, MT today!

Apply a sense of responsibility and self-reliance as you work independently as an Applicator/ Truck Driver. You will:

• Create relationships with local farmers to acquire knowledge on their chemical and fertilizer needs
• Manage your time in the field by operating a sprayer/ airflow machine while loading and applying products safely, accurately, and efficiently
• Receive hands on experience and technical skills by handling many types of machinery and routine equipment maintenance
• Pick up and deliver products to customers

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, apply fertilizer and crop protection products. May require use of a high clearance sprayer or floater.
• Pick up and deliver product to customers as needed.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Educate customers on products being applied to fields, techniques utilized, and how you can continue to support them with products and services.
• Assist the sales staff in ensuring orders are correct and patron needs are met.
• Perform warehouse work including driving loader, forklift, mechanics, and maintenance.
• Lift and load products, 1-2 hours per day.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations including pre-trip and post-trip reporting, proper load securement and hours of service.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle(s) inside and out, and work environment.
• Complete and document daily maintenance inspections. Ensure proper equipment maintenance is completed including repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Training Provided:
  • Crop protection product mixing
  • Operation of application equipment

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years of experience in Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application
• Must meet minimum age requirement
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand highway traffic signs and signals

Additional Qualifications

• Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card
• Ability to work additional hours, be available for overnight stays and occasional weekends
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred
• Agriculture background and customer experience preferred
• Bulk liquid, Pressure trailer, or Forklift experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 75 lbs
• Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs and bins, and into back of trailer
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to [e-mail]; to verify that the communication is from CHS.