Operations Technician

AgState; Kingsley (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Clothing Allowance

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

AgState is seeking an Operations Technician to join our Kingsley, IA location. This role focuses on agronomy and grain operations, with hands-on responsibilities in receiving, drying, blending, loading grain, and maintaining grain quality.

You’ll work under the Location Leader to support safety, efficiency, and excellent customer service for our producers. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth in a stable agricultural environment, including added

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license is required.
• Ability to obtain Class A CDL, Hazmat, and/or pesticide licenses within 30 days of employment.
• Proven record of safe, reliable work with agriculture operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the elevator operations.
• Receive, dry, blend, and load grain.
• Measure grain inventory as needed.
• Prepare grain rail cars and load cars according to specifications.
• Maintain grain conditions.
• Support all aspects of Agronomy Operations.
• Manage ag chemicals and fertilizer.
• Understand chemical rates, uses, and restrictions.
• Operate Fertilizer mix plant – dry & liquid.
• Manage chemical warehouse & lead agronomy inventory.
• Fill NH3 tanks.
• Work safely and provide excellent customer service.
• Perform equipment and facility maintenance including housekeeping and daily checks.
• Assist other locations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL/Hazmat endorsement

Good computer skills

1 year related experience or education

Tools

Grain handling equipment

Job description

AgState is currently seeking an Operations Technician! Do you love working with your hands and being outside? Are you a hard worker with a desire to grow and learn in a stable career? Join our team today!

We are seeking a motivated individual who will be responsible, under the direction of the Location Leader, for agronomy and grain operations. At AgState, you will find a team atmosphere committed to safety and excellent customer service and a stable career!

This is a great opportunity for candidates interested in working with agriculture and providing exceptional customer service to our producers. You will find a team atmosphere committed to safety and excellent customer service, along with a stable career that offers outstanding benefits!

We Offer:

AgState offers a generous benefits package including 401K Match or Defined Benefit (Pension) Retirement Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Salary Continuation, Long Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance, Career Growth and Development Opportunities, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Education Assistance, Employee discounts and local discounts, Paid Holidays, Clothing Allowance, and a generous Paid Time off Accrual.

You Will:

• Support the elevator operations.
• Receive, dry, blend, and load grain.
• Measure grain inventory as needed.
• Prepare grain rail cars and load cars according to specifications as needed.
• Maintain grain conditions.
• Support all aspects of Agronomy Operations
• Manage ag chemicals and fertilizer.
• Understand chemical rates, uses, and restrictions.
• Operate Fertilizer mix plant – dry & liquid
• Manage chemical warehouse & lead agronomy inventory
• Fill NH3 tanks
• Abide by our values and practices by:
• Working in a safe & efficient manner
• Providing superior customer service
• Performing equipment and facility maintenance including housekeeping, daily maintenance checks, and basic maintenance as required
• Assisting other locations, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

You Have:

• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Have valid or the ability to obtain a Class A CDL, Hazmat endorsement, Commercial applicator license and/or Handler’s license within 30 days of employment
• Ability to work overtime as required. Consideration may be given to accommodate special scheduling needs.
• Good computer skills
• One year of related experience and/or education preferred, but not required.
• Our values ~ RISE: Respect- ~ Integrity ~ Safety ~ Excellence **

Equal Opportunity Employer

we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage employees at AgState to bring authenticity to work every day.