Applicator I - AgVantage FS - Thornton, IA

FS System; Thornton, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

AgVantage FS in Thornton, IA seeks an Applicator I to apply crop inputs and operate sprayers and trucks in accordance with pesticide labels. The role includes recording data, performing pre‑trip safety checks, loading/unloading materials, and maintaining equipment to meet DOT standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, be willing to obtain a CDL within a year, and pursue pesticide applicator licensing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to obtain CDL license within 1 year of employment.
• Ability to obtain pesticide/applicator license or any licenses required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and professionally applies crop production inputs to fields following label instructions.
• Records application data according to regulations and standards.
• Operates sprayers, floaters, and trucks while meeting DOT standards.
• Conducts pre-trip inspections and daily safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Loads/unloads containers and ensures proper weight distribution on trucks/trailers.
• Maintains inventory records and ensures products are accounted for with invoices or delivery tickets.
• Performs preventive maintenance on location equipment and keeps vehicles clean.
• Adheres to GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and safety policies.

Skills

Business knowledge

Collaboration

Communication

Customer focus

Decision making

Skill development

Education

High school diploma

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Applicator I - AgVantage FS - Thornton, IA

Company: AgVantage FS

City: Thornton

State: IA

AgVantage FS is headquartered in Waverly, Iowa with branches in Northern and Eastern Iowa. AgVantage FS has about 400 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 23,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, energy, precision agronomy, and agri-finance. AgVantage FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

O perates commercial sprayer or floater for the purpose of applying crop inputs to producer field. In addition, operates and maintains single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment. Performs all job functions in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer satisfaction and maintain the reputation and profitability of the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Accurately & professionally 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.

Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to safely set up, maintain and operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards

Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes.

Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on/off trucks, trailers, or railcars.

Ensures products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks/trailers and proper axle weights are met.

Assist with the inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis. Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsible for maintaining, repairing, rebuilding, and/or servicing location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed

Follows the preventative maintenance program and maintains clean equipment to present a professional appearance.

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply. Demonstrates the FS Way Standards: Trust, Responsiveness, Excellence, Expertise and Solution Focused.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof.

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Must be willing to obtain and maintain a CDL License with required endorsements within 1 year of employment.

Must possess a satisfactory driving record and valid medical card.

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a pesticide/applicator’s license or any other licenses and certifications necessary to the position.

Ability to work extended hours as business conditions warrant.

Occasionally exposed or required to:

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards, requiring utilization of appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights