Equipment Operator- Applicator

Country-Visions-Cooperative; Colorado; On-site; USD 28,929 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Annual profit sharing

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Job summary

Country Visions Cooperative in Readfield, Wisconsin, is seeking a full-time Agronomy Applicator/Equipment Operator to perform precise fertilizer and crop protection applications using self-propelled equipment. You will use field computers for mapping and record keeping while ensuring timely, accurate deliveries to farms.

The role involves operating and maintaining application equipment, traveling between locations, and collaborating with agronomists.

Qualifications

• Must possess Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Operators license or be able to obtain one.
• CDL Class A is preferred but not required.
• Clean driving record is required.
• Conscientious attitude and attention to detail are essential.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer and crop protection products using self-propelled equipment.
• Operate machines and field computers for accurate applications.
• Make deliveries of liquid and dry fertilizers as needed.
• Perform maintenance on application equipment (CASE, RoGator, RBR).
• Travel between Country Visions locations and customer operations as required.
• Work extra hours during peak seasons and communicate with agronomists.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team player

Computer skills

Education

Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Operators license

Class A CDL

Tools

CASE equipment

RoGator

RBR

Field computers

Job description

Operator- Agronomy Applicator (Full-Time)Country Visions Cooperative is looking to hire a full-time Agronomy Applicator/ Equipment Operator for our Readfield, WI location.The Agronomy Applicator is responsible for accurate application of fertilizer and crop protection products. This individual is the final link to ensure customer satisfaction in the results of prescription nutrient placement and crop protection.Country Visions Cooperative is a farmer owned agriculture based cooperative dedicated to service and building long-term relationships from generation to generation. We are proud to trace our roots back to 1923.COMPANY BENEFITSCompetitive pay: a base of $21.00 up to $30.00+ per hour. Offer and wage step increases are dependent upon having/obtaining a valid WI Custom Applicator license, a valid Class A CDL and prior experienceIf needed, we will help you obtain a WI Custom Applicator license, a Class A CDL, and provide a 100% reimbursementPaid time offAnnual profit sharingPaid holidays and additional annual floating holidays each year401K with generous company matchMedical insurance – 70% of premiums covered by Country Visions CooperativePaid trainingOptional Health Savings AccountDental and vision insuranceFlexible Spending Account100% Company paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramJOB RESPONSIBILITIESApplicator job description video: HereTrained and mentored to use self-propelled equipment to make fertilizer and/or chemical applications to crops in farm fields during the growing season (Typically middle of April through the beginning of July)Operate machines, field computers and electronic dispatching to ensure customer satisfaction of timely and accurate fertilizer and chemical applicationsUse of provided computer software for field mapping, crop planning and record keeping of customer operationsUnderstand the products utilized and the reasons for them being appliedMake deliveries to farms of liquid and dry fertilizers or other products with a pickup, straight and semi-trucks as necessaryMechanical and electrical maintenance of agricultural application equipment (CASE, RBR, RoGator)Facility maintenance and repair of buildings and operational equipment will be necessary at timesTravel between Country Visions Cooperative locations and customer operations will be requiredWork with other Country Vision Cooperative employees on a daily basisAdditional hours worked during peak seasons is expectedCommunicate effectively with agronomists and other team membersOther duties and responsibilities as assigned by managementHOURSTypical work week is Monday through FridaySaturday and some Sunday hours expected during May and June (Spring Season)Some unpredictable and extended work hours including seasonally extended hours will occurQUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSMust possess, or be able to obtain, a Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Operators license. Country Visions will help with the process and pay the cost to obtainValid Class A CDL is preferred but not required. If you do not have your CDL and would like to obtain it, Country Visions Cooperative offers 100% reimbursement for CDL schoolingClean driving record is requiredConscientious attitude and attention to detail are essential for successThorough knowledge of agronomic crop production practicesExcellent communication skillsAdapt to interruption and work in a fast-paced environmentStrong organizational skills and attention to detailsProblem solving skillsComputer skills adequate to operate equipment field computersCome join the Readfield Agronomy location at Country Visions Cooperative! We look forward to hearing from you!