Custom Applicator: Sprayer & Field Ops Pro

FS System; Illinois; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded pension

401(k) match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

South Central FS in Altamont, IL, seeks an experienced equipment operator to apply crop inputs and drive/maintain trucks and related equipment. A CDL with Hazmat and tanker endorsements, plus a valid DOT medical card, are required, along with farm or agronomy experience.

The role includes safety inspections, data recording, and inventory control, with a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent, and 2+ years related work experience.
• Must obtain CDL with Hazmat and tanker endorsements and DOT medical card.
• Must hold pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses or certifications as required by states where inputs are applied.

Responsibilities

• Applies crop production inputs to fields per recommended rates and labels.
• Operate and inspect sprayers, floaters, and trucks per DOT standards.
• Perform pre-trip and daily safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Record application data in compliance with regulations and standards.
• Load and unload products safely and ensure proper weighing and balance on trucks/trailers.
• Maintain inventory control and delivery documentation daily.
• Adhere to safety, EHS, OSHA and DOT policies; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL license

Hazmat endorsement

DOT compliance

Safety inspections

Vehicle maintenance

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

South Central FS in Altamont, IL, seeks an experienced equipment operator to apply crop inputs and drive/maintain trucks and related equipment. A CDL with Hazmat and tanker endorsements, plus a valid DOT medical card, are required, along with farm or agronomy experience.

The role includes safety inspections, data recording, and inventory control, with a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive hourly wage.