CDL-Ready Applicator Trainee — Outdoor Agronomy Role

CHS Inc.; Elgin (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDL training

Crop protection product handling

Operation of application equipment

Anhydrous ammonia certification

Agronomy product knowledge training

Job summary

CHS Southwest Grain seeks an Applicator Trainee to support fertilizer and crop protection applications in Dickinson, ND or Elgin, ND. You will operate equipment, assist with agronomy and warehouse duties, and have opportunities to obtain CDL and industry certifications.

Overtime opportunities and an acreage-based bonus incentive are part of the role, along with a path to grow within agricultural operations and servicing local growers throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application.
• Must meet minimum age requirement and have basic reading/writing skills in English.
• Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card; willingness to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer and crop protection products using applicator equipment.
• Operate and maintain application equipment, tender trucks, tankers, and trailers safely.
• Load/unload agronomy products and assist customers with service.
• Assist with chemical warehouse operations, inventory, and product handling.
• Support fertilizer operations including railcar loading/unloading and quality control.
• Comply with safety regulations and complete required inspections and documentation.

Skills

Agriculture Production

Operations

Agriculture Application

English Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

CHS Southwest Grain seeks an Applicator Trainee to support fertilizer and crop protection applications in Dickinson, ND or Elgin, ND. You will operate equipment, assist with agronomy and warehouse duties, and have opportunities to obtain CDL and industry certifications.

Overtime opportunities and an acreage-based bonus incentive are part of the role, along with a path to grow within agricultural operations and servicing local growers throughout the year.