Custom Applicator

Nutrien Ltd.; Illinois; On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement program with matching

Paid vacation and holidays

Sick days and personal leaves

Maternity/parental leave

Job summary

Nutrien Ltd. is seeking a skilled CDL driver in Paxton, IL to operate spray equipment, calibrate crop protection products, and manage load and delivery of agricultural inputs.

The role includes vehicle inspections and supporting mechanics, with training provided for CDL and safety requirements. The position offers hourly compensation in the $21–$27 range, dependent on experience, location, and qualifications, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Farm or agricultural experience preferred.
• CDL license or willingness to obtain; training provided.
• Must meet minimum DOT age requirement.
• Experience with crop inputs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate all spray equipment.
• Operate computers on equipment.
• Spray and calibrate crop protection products.
• Mix, load and apply crop production products/plant nutrients.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections.
• Handle and deliver bulk and packaged materials, seed and other inputs.
• Clean and maintain equipment.
• Assist mechanic.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Agricultural background

CDL

DOT age requirement

Job description

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose,Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

The retail division of Nutrien provides full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven®Seed and Dyna-Gro®Seed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

What You'll Do:

• Operate all spray equipment
• Operate computers on equipment
• Spray and calibrate crop protection products
• Mixing, loading, and application of crop production products/plant nutritional
• Perform daily vehicle inspections
• Handle and deliver bulk and packaged materials, seed and other agriculture inputs
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Assist mechanic
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring:

• Agricultural background preferred
• Current CDL, or ability to obtain; we will train the right candidate
• Must meet minimum DOT age requirement

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn suggested does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure.

The salary range for this role, in Paxton, IL, is between $21.00 to $27.00 per hour. While we provide this range as general guidance, several factors are taken into consideration when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, candidate skill set, experience and training, licensure and certifications, work location, and other business and organizational needs. Actual salary and benefits may differ based upon location.

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.

This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. Nutrien also makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions.

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please submit a request through our Contact Us form or call 1-800-667-0403 in Canada and 1-800-667-3930 in the US to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien

At Nutrien, we never stop growing, because our world never does.Our size can help us weather a storm, but with that ability comes agreat responsibility—to our growers and customers, our employees andshareholders, our communities, and the planet.