Apprentice Applicator

Keystone Cooperative; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative is seeking an Apprentice Applicator to apply products to crops and maintain application equipment. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and state certification. This full-time position offers hands-on experience in the farming industry, ensuring compliance with safety policies while enhancing customer relations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and state commercial applicator certification needed.
• Minimum of an Ag CDL is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Apply dry fertilizer products and lime safely and efficiently.
• Maintain application equipment and adhere to safety regulations.
• Obtain and maintain state commercial applicator certification.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic mechanical skills

Knowledge of crop chemicals

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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**Job Description**

Overview of Position: The purpose of this position is to apply products safely and accurately to crops and sites based on recommendations from the Manager/Salesperson. It involves operating and maintaining application equipment, building customer relations through product application, and providing feedback on field conditions. Performance evaluations may lead to a Custom Applicator role.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Apply dry fertilizer products and lime safely and efficiently.
• Use supplied information and technology to ensure correct product application.
• Assist in mixing, loading, unloading, and transporting crop protection and fertilizer products.
• Follow all safety laws, regulations, and PPE requirements.
• Obtain and maintain state commercial applicator certification.
• Inspect equipment before and after applications.
• Maintain safety equipment and logs, perform calibration and preventive maintenance.
• Follow environmental and safety guidelines, including rinsing and washing procedures.
• Assist team members with physical duties and customer services.
• Adhere to OSHA, DOT, and other safety policies.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED, or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Motor Vehicle Review standards.
• State commercial applicator certification.
• Minimum of an Ag CDL.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Effective communication with team and customers.
• Ability to read, write, and use technology for documentation.
• Basic mechanical skills preferred.
• Knowledge of crop chemicals, nutrients, and farming practices.
• Willingness to adapt to new technologies and seasonal workload changes.
• Ability to locate application sites using technology.
• Team player with willingness to work overtime as needed.

Physical Demands:

• Must be physically fit to lift over 50 pounds, climb ladders, and perform physical tasks.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Farming

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