Fertilizer Applicator – Safe, Precise Field Technician

Coop Shared Services, Llc; Rexburg (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Wide Cooperative in Rexburg, Idaho is hiring a Fertilizer Applicator to operate custom application equipment for fertilizer and chemical applications in fields, ensuring safety, accuracy and timeliness. The role is safety-sensitive and requires adherence to all regulations.

Essential qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, Idaho Professional Applicators license with endorsements, and a Class A CDL with HazMat. Strong communication and safety orientation are required.

Qualifications

• Must communicate professionally with managers, supervisors, employees, customers and the general public.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow safety policies and regulations.
• Ability to determine order of need and task priority based on importance.
• Professional and positive image with coworkers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Load and mix fertilizer and pesticide formulas.
• Follow and interpret fertilizer and pesticide labels.
• Perform applications in a timely manner and on schedule.
• Maintain application logs and records.
• Read field maps and operate GPS devices.
• Handle hazardous materials safely.
• Perform daily equipment inspection and minor repairs.
• Willing to work extended hours as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety culture awareness

Decision making

Professional image

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Valley Wide Cooperative in Rexburg, Idaho is hiring a Fertilizer Applicator to operate custom application equipment for fertilizer and chemical applications in fields, ensuring safety, accuracy and timeliness. The role is safety-sensitive and requires adherence to all regulations.

Essential qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, Idaho Professional Applicators license with endorsements, and a Class A CDL with HazMat. Strong communication and safety orientation are required.