Precision Field Applicator & Equipment Technician

Thecolumbuspage; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Helena in Kentucky is seeking an Applicator to apply herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops and to operate and maintain applicator equipment. The role includes logging acres, safety practices, and driving a company vehicle.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience operating large equipment; a QAC is preferred. The job emphasizes safety, education, and reliable attendance during the busy season.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in operating large equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Correctly mixes pesticides, fertilizers and chemicals for application.
• Maintains accurate logs and reports on applicated acres.
• Performs maintenance and calibration on application equipment.
• Performs maintenance on other equipment.
• Wears proper safety protection gear.
• Drives a company vehicle.
• Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Attends applicator equipment workshops and continued education.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

QAC preferred

Agricultural background

Pesticide knowledge

Read field maps

Safety compliance

Independent work

Night/overtime/weekend work

English proficiency

Spanish helpful

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Helena in Kentucky is seeking an Applicator to apply herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops and to operate and maintain applicator equipment. The role includes logging acres, safety practices, and driving a company vehicle.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience operating large equipment; a QAC is preferred. The job emphasizes safety, education, and reliable attendance during the busy season.