Applicator III/Class A Driver - Tulare, SD

Wilbur-Ellis; Tulare Township (SD); Vor Ort; USD 51.000 - 69.000; Vollzeit

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Zusammenfassung

Wilbur-Ellis is hiring a Crop Applicator III/CDL Driver in South Dakota to safely apply plant protection products and fertilizers on diverse crops. You will operate specialized equipment, maintain records, and handle chemicals with precision.

The role requires a Class A CDL with endorsements, pesticide license, 2+ years in fieldwork, and the ability to work long hours during peak season while meeting safety standards.

Qualifikationen

• 2+ years of experience in crop application or related field.
• Class A CDL license with endorsements and pesticide applicator license.
• 18+ years old and high school diploma or GED.
• Strong English communication and recordkeeping.
• Willingness to work long hours, up to 6-7 days/week, 10-14 hours/day.

Aufgaben

• Safely apply pesticides and fertilizers to customer fields using various application equipment.
• Calibrate spray rates (e.g., gallons per acre, acres per tank).
• Process work orders and complete documentation including application records and daily reports.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance as needed.
• Locate application sites accurately.
• Maintain and coordinate use of tools and machinery.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of chemicals.

Kenntnisse

English communication

Calibration techniques

Long hours readiness

Lift 50 lbs

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GPS-enabled equipment

Digital mapping tools

Digital recordkeeping systems

Jobbeschreibung

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. “We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.”

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/

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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.

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