Apprentice Applicator

Keystone Cooperative, Inc.; Monticello (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage

Competitive 401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts and perks

Job summary

A leading agricultural cooperative in Monticello, IN, is seeking a qualified individual to apply products safely and accurately across a variety of crops. The role involves operating and maintaining equipment while building customer relations. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with the ability to perform physical tasks and operate technology effectively. The position offers extensive employee benefits, including health coverage and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to complete documentation accurately.
• Willingness to perform physical tasks including lifting over 50 pounds.
• Regular need to perform preventive maintenance on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Apply products to labeled crops and sites.
• Operate and maintain Company equipment.
• Build and maintain customer relations.

Skills

Ability to read, count, write

Basic mechanical skills

Team player

Adaptability to changing technologies

Education

High School graduate or GED

Job description

The purpose of the position is to apply products safely and accurately to a wide range of labeled crops and sites from recommendations made by the Manager/Salesperson. This position also operates and maintains Company equipment involved in these applications. This includes building and maintaining customer relations through application of products and providing feedback to customers and location manager of field conditions that they note during application. Upon annual performance evaluations, this position could lead to a Custom Applicator position. **Duties and Responsibilities** Obtains/maintains state commercial applicator certification and stays current with requirements.Comply with regulatory guidelines in rinsing and washing down both in the field and at the location.Assist other team members in various physical duties necessary in running an agricultural location.**Required Qualifications**High School graduate or GED; may be offset by experience.**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities** Ability to read, count, write, and to utilize technology to accurately complete all documentation, including understanding shipping/applicator orders and tickets, product labels, SDS sheets, .Basic mechanical skills for daily maintenance of equipment preferred.Possess the willingness to adapt to changing application technologies as well as seasonal variations in workload responsibilities.Must be a team player and enjoy the effort necessary to contribute to a successful operation and company. The employee needs to stay in good physical condition to regularly lift more than 50 pounds, climb ladders, perform preventive maintenance activities, and perform other physical duties necessary in running an agricultural location. Employee will regularly be required to walk, stand, lift, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, handle, feel and grasp.At Keystone Cooperative, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our offerings include:* **Health & Wellness**: Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs to keep you feeling your best.* **Financial Security**: Competitive 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.* **Paid Time Off**: Generous time off with pay to recharge and spend with loved ones.* **Career Growth**: Training, development opportunities, and tuition assistance to help you reach your goals.* **Employee Discounts & Perks**: Exclusive savings and programs to make life outside of work even better.Join a team that invests in you—personally and professionally!