Precision Farm Applicator & Equipment Operator

Gold-Eagle Cooperative; Titonka (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Disability insurance

Clothing allowance

Medical/child care flexible spending

401(k) with company match

Pension plan funded by employer

Paid holidays

CDL-paid courses and training

Job summary

Gold-Eagle Cooperative is seeking a Custom Applicator – Farm Equipment Operator in Titonka, IA. The role offers a competitive wage of $19 to $25 per hour based on experience and certifications, with benefits after a 30-day probation period.

You will operate and maintain application equipment, calibrate machinery, and perform general labor tasks as part of a team supporting farmers in north-central Iowa. A CDL or farm license is preferred but training is provided.

Qualifications

• The knowledge and skills our Custom Applicator – Farm Equipment Operator needs are.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment safely.
• Ability to blend fertilizer and follow labels when blending crop protection products.
• Ability to read maps, follow directions, and operate equipment with computer-assisted operations.
• A desire to learn the trade.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work well with others and take instructions from agronomy managers.
• Ability to perform laborious tasks repeatedly.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, including tools and crops.
• Ability to operate complex farm machinery and do routine maintenance on the machinery.
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Custom applicator's license/CDL (recommended but not required; we will train)

Responsibilities

• Operate and calibrate the application equipment to ensure accurate, safe applications.
• Maintain agronomy equipment and keep it in top condition.
• Perform general labor tasks as needed on the farm.
• Calibrate machines to field-ready status each season for optimal performance.
• Demonstrate professional-quality work both on and off the field.

Skills

Operate equipment safely

Fertilizer blending

Read maps & GPS

Learner mindset

Hand-eye coordination

Teamwork

Stamina

Physical strength

Machinery maintenance

Driving license

CDL training welcomed

Job description

Gold-Eagle Cooperative is seeking a Custom Applicator – Farm Equipment Operator in Titonka, IA. The role offers a competitive wage of $19 to $25 per hour based on experience and certifications, with benefits after a 30-day probation period.

You will operate and maintain application equipment, calibrate machinery, and perform general labor tasks as part of a team supporting farmers in north-central Iowa. A CDL or farm license is preferred but training is provided.