Field Agronomy Applicator – Precision Application Pro

Rockinghampetroleum; Kentucky; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern States Cooperative is seeking an Applicator to prepare and apply agronomy products at customer sites, including dry and liquid fertilizers and crop protectants. The role involves operating bulk spreading vehicles, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance in outdoor settings.

Training and certifications may be required, with potential extended hours. Educational requirement is a High School Diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Prefer previous experience applying fertilizer, crop protectants and other treatment products and/or working in an agricultural environment.
• Experience operating a forklift is preferred.
• Requires Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and safe vehicle operation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and apply custom applications of dry fertilizer, crop protectants and other treatment products according to work orders.
• Operate bulk spreading vehicles and ensure complete coverage with correct spread pattern; check equipment.
• Maintain communication with Applicator team and manager for scheduling and dispatching.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and keep maintenance records up to date.
• Uphold safety requirements, PPE usage, and comply with OSHA/EHS standards.
• May assist with warehouse duties, shipping/receiving and driving delivery routes as needed.
• Read and interpret manuals, diagrams and formulas; operate GPS equipment.
• Be able to lift and move materials up to 100 pounds and work extended hours when required.

Job description

Southern States Cooperative is seeking an Applicator to prepare and apply agronomy products at customer sites, including dry and liquid fertilizers and crop protectants. The role involves operating bulk spreading vehicles, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance in outdoor settings.

Training and certifications may be required, with potential extended hours. Educational requirement is a High School Diploma or GED.