Applicator III/Class A Driver - Tulare, SD

wilburellis; Tulare Township (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Job summary

Wilbur-Ellis is hiring a Crop Applicator III/CDL Driver to safely apply plant protection products and fertilizers in diverse crop fields. You will operate specialized equipment, calibrate spray rates, maintain records, and ensure accurate documentation and equipment maintenance.

The role requires a Class A CDL with endorsements, a pesticide applicator license, and readiness for long shifts during peak season.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in agricultural application.
• Class A CDL with endorsements.
• Pesticide applicator license.
• Knowledge of calibration techniques and equipment operation.
• Willingness to work long hours during peak season (up to 6-7 days/week, 10-14 hours/day).
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and pass drug/testing exams.

Responsibilities

• Safely and accurately apply pesticides and fertilizers to customer fields using various application equipment.
• Calculate and calibrate spray rates (gallons per acre, acres per tank).
• Process work orders and complete necessary documentation (application records, daily reports, shipping papers).
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Pesticide application

Calibration techniques

Equipment operation

Digital recordkeeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us! Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

Role Overview:

As a Crop Applicator III/CDL Driver, you'll be responsible for the safe, legal, and efficient application of plant protection and fertilizer products to a variety of crops. This hands-on role includes operating specialized equipment, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring all products are handled with precision and care.

A Sample of What You'll Do in this Role:

• Safely and accurately apply pesticides and fertilizers to customer fields using various application equipment.
• Calculate and calibrate spray rates (e.g., gallons per acre, acres per tank).
• Process work orders and complete all necessary documentation including application records, daily reports, and shipping papers.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and conduct basic maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Accurately locate application sites.
• Maintain clean and functional application equipment; coordinate usage and return of all tools and machinery.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of chemicals in the facility.

What You Bring to the Role:

• 2+ years of experience, at least 18 years old
• Class A CDL license with endorsements
• Pesticide applicator license
• Knowledge of calibration techniques and equipment operation
• Willingness to work long hours and varied shifts during peak season up to 6-7 days/week, 10-14 hours/day
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Willingness to participate in drug and alcohol testing and routine medical exams
• High school diploma or GED

Your Digital & Technology Capabilities:

• Ability to use digital recordkeeping systems, mobile applications, and electronic work order tools to accurately document applications and field activities
• Comfortable using GPS-enabled equipment, precision agriculture technologies, and digital mapping tools to locate and complete application work
• Willingness to learn and adopt new technologies, including AI-powered productivity tools, digital reporting platforms, and data-driven decision-making tools

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• You have a clean driving record
• You're personable with growers and employees
• You have strong time management skills with the ability to set priorities
• You have excellent English written and verbal communication skills
• You're able to work with minimal supervision

Compensation and Benefits:

• The base compensation for this position ranges from $24.76 to $33.03 per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience.
• This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://mywebenefits.com/
• Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.
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Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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