Applicator Trainee

North Dakota Ag Connection; Dickinson, Northern (ND, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDL training

Overtime opportunities

Industry certifications

Job summary

CHS Southwest Grain in Dickinson, ND is seeking an Applicator Trainee to support local growers with fertilizer and crop protection applications, operate trucks and agricultural equipment, and assist with agronomy and warehouse operations.

The role offers CDL training, access to industry certifications, and overtime/bonus opportunities during peak seasons; a safety-focused team environment and opportunities to grow a rewarding career in agriculture.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application.
• Must meet minimum age requirement.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer and crop protection products utilizing application equipment to support customer agronomic needs.
• Operate and maintain application equipment, tender trucks, tankers, and hopper-bottom trailers in a safe and efficient manner.
• Pick up, deliver, load, and unload agronomy products including fertilizer and crop protection products.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner while providing exceptional service.
• Assist with chemical warehouse operations including inventory management, product handling, and facility organization.
• Support fertilizer operations including loading and unloading railcars and maintaining product quality standards.
• Assist with anhydrous ammonia operations while adhering to all safety requirements and regulations.
• Inspect, maintain, and perform basic repairs on equipment, vehicles, and facility assets.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, company policies, and safety procedures.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, daily equipment checks, and required operational documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, vehicles, warehouse facilities, and work areas.
• Work extended hours during peak application seasons to meet customer needs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Skills

Agriculture knowledge

English literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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 CHS Southwest Grain has an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Applicator Trainee, with the flexibility to be based out of Dickinson, ND or Elgin, ND. In this hands-on role, you'll support local growers through fertilizer and crop protection applications, operate trucks and agricultural equipment, and assist with agronomy and warehouse operations throughout the year. We provide the opportunity for you to obtain your CDL, applicator licenses, and other industry certifications while building a rewarding career in agriculture. Employees also have the opportunity to increase their earnings through seasonal overtime opportunities and an acreage-based bonus incentive during application season. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, and developing new skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer and crop protection products utilizing application equipment to support customer agronomic needs.
• Operate and maintain application equipment, tender trucks, tankers, and hopper-bottom trailers in a safe and efficient manner.
• Pick up, deliver, load, and unload agronomy products including fertilizer and crop protection products.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner while providing exceptional service.
• Assist with chemical warehouse operations including inventory management, product handling, and facility organization.
• Support fertilizer operations including loading and unloading railcars and maintaining product quality standards.
• Assist with anhydrous ammonia operations while adhering to all safety requirements and regulations.
• Inspect, maintain, and perform basic repairs on equipment, vehicles, and facility assets.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, company policies, and safety procedures.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, daily equipment checks, and required operational documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, vehicles, warehouse facilities, and work areas.
• Work extended hours during peak application seasons to meet customer needs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Training Provided

• CDL training and support
• Crop protection product mixing and handling
• Operation of application equipment
• Anhydrous ammonia certification
• Agronomy product knowledge and safety training

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Knowledge of 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 signal

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 to meet business demands
• 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

Pre-employment Screening

• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings which may include a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMCSA Clearinghouse.

Benefits

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

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.