Applicator I - Insight FS - Jefferson, WI

GROWMARK, INC.; Jefferson (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

InsightFS, headquartered in Jefferson, Wisconsin, seeks a field operator to apply crop inputs and operate sprayers and trucks in the field, following label rates and DOT standards.

This role requires a high school diploma and the willingness to obtain a CDL within 1 year, plus the ability to perform pre-trip inspections, basic maintenance, and safety checks. You will assist with inventory records and comply with company policies.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain a CDL license within 1 year of employment.
• Must possess a satisfactory driving record and valid medical card.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a pesticide/applicator license or equivalent licenses/certifications.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and professionally applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops per rates and pesticide labels.
• Records application data according to regulations and standards.
• Safely sets up, maintains, and operates sprayers, floaters, trucks, and other equipment to meet DOT standards.
• Performs pre-trip inspections and daily safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Loads/unloads containers, pallets, or materials and ensures proper balance and axle weights.
• Assists with inventory control and daily records.

Skills

Business knowledge

Collaboration

Communication

Customer focus

Decision making

Skill development

Education

High school diploma

Job description

InsightFS is headquartered in Jefferson, Wisconsinwith 23 branches across the state and upper peninsula of Michigan. Insight FS has 430+ employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 50,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, agri-finance, precision agriculture, nutrient management, energy, feed, grain, and turf. InsightFS 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

Operates 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.

Abilityto work extended hours as business conditions warrant.

Occasionally exposed or required to:

• Extremeweather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Noisy conditions
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards, requiring utilization of appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Move up to 100lbs

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.