Equipment Operator - Custom Applicator

Federated Co-ops Inc; Minnesota; On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA employer contribution

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Floating holiday

PTO

Direct deposit

Uniforms/clothing allowance

Job summary

Federated Co-ops Inc. Rush City Country Store is seeking an Equipment Operator / Custom Applicator to run a custom application unit for crop protection products and nutrients. You’ll maintain equipment, support shop operations, and assist in all co-op duties when not operating the applicator.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of ag applications experience, CDL/endorsements, and a Commercial Applicator's License; Class A is a plus. Strong safety and customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in agricultural chemical applications.
• Valid Class D license; ability to obtain Class B CDL and tanker endorsements.
• Commercial Applicator's License; Class A license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate large modern application equipment and deliver pesticides/fertilizers.
• Perform equipment maintenance in the shop and assist in all operations.
• Load/unload, mix, and apply products; maintain records and compliance.
• Drive fleet trucks as needed; scout fields for weed/insect issues.
• Communicate professionally with producers, sales, and location manager.

Skills

Ag applications experience

Tender truck maintenance

Class D license

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Tanker endorsements

Commercial Applicator's License

Class A license (plus)

Job description

Federated Co-ops has an opening for an Equipment Operator / Custom Applicator to join our team at the Rush City Country Store! As an Equipment Operator / Custom Applicator, you will operate a custom application unit providing application of crop protection products and crop nutrients for customers in a timely, accurate manner for their farming operations. This position will perform maintenance and assistance in all aspects of the Co-ops operations as directed when not operating a custom application machine.Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Equipment Operator / Custom Applicator include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Operate large modern application equipmentWork in our shop maintaining our equipmentOperates computers on equipmentDeliver, mix, load/unload, and provide application of pesticides/fertilizers and seedHandles and delivers bulk and packaged goodsResponsible for daily maintenance, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance of equipment and facilitiesMaintain application/spray recordsDrive and operate trucks, vehicles, equipment and tools safely and efficiently by following all current D.O.T. regulations, company policies, manufacturer instructions, state and local laws and codes, and any other applicable laws, codes or regulations.Perform winter maintenance on fertilizer equipment and make needed improvements on all fertilizer facilitiesWork closely with producers and fellow employees to provide outstanding customer serviceAttend continuing education courses to maintain a quality level of knowledge for the products, regulations and customer relationsOperate fleet trucks as directed by Location Manager during the off seasonScout fields for weed and insect problems. Take soil samples, make field mapsMust be able to communicate in a professional manner to the Producer, Salesperson and Location ManagerComplete daily tasks in a safe and efficient mannerExperience:Prefer 3-5 years previous Ag applications experience.Prefer 3-5 years previous Tender truck and equipment maintenance experience.Certificates and Licenses:Currently holds a class D licenseCurrently holds or able to obtain a class B Commercial Driver's LicenseCurrently holds or able to obtain Tanker EndorsementsCurrently holds or able to obtain Commercial Applicator's LicenseClass A license is a plusPhysical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell.The wage range for this role is set at $21 - $28 / hour. The actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications.Below is a summary of the benefits Federated Co-ops Inc. offers to employees and are subject to eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.FT Benefits:Federated Co-ops Inc. offers a competitive benefits package to those who qualify which includes medical insurance, HSA employer contribution, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, matching 401(k), employee assistance program, disability insurance, employee discounts, referral program, clothing allowance/uniforms, paid holidays, floating holiday, PTO and direct deposit.