Seasonal Agronomy Operations

Central United Cooperative; Lafayette (MN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Central United Cooperative is seeking seasonal help in the agronomy department to assist with NH3 tank operations. Hours are flexible with day, evening, and weekend shifts; overtime applies after 40 hours per week. A seasonal B CDL or Class A with haz-mat/tanker endorsements may be required, and a valid medical card is needed.

Drug testing and safety training are required. Responsibilities include pulling tanks to fields, maintaining equipment, delivering fertilizer and chemicals, filling tanks,

Qualifications

• Availability to work extended hours during peak seasons
• Must be able to follow directions and effectively communicate with others
• Agriculture background preferred but not required
• Must have, at minimum, a Class D driver's license and be eligible to obtain a seasonal B CDL OR have a Class A CDL with haz-mat and tanker endorsements. A valid medical card is required. Employer will verify driver insurability.
• Positions are subject to drug and alcohol testing
• Must complete all safety training and adhere to safety policies and state/federal safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Pull anhydrous tanks to and from farm fields
• Maintenance of machinery/equipment
• Deliver fertilizer, chemical, water and anhydrous to operators
• Fill anhydrous tanks
• Assist with chemical and seed warehouse activities

Job description

Description

Central United Cooperative is currently seeking seasonal help to assist our agronomy department pulling NH3 (anhydrous ammonia) tanks. Hours for the position are flexible and there is availability for day, evening and weekend shifts. This is an hourly position with overtime earned after 40 work hours per week. Some of the responsibilities will require a seasonal B license which we will help provide direction on obtaining.

Responsibilities

• Pull anhydrous tanks to and from farm fields
• Maintenance of machinery/equipment
• Deliver fertilizer, chemical, water and anhydrous to operators
• Fill anhydrous tanks
• Assist with chemical and seed warehouse activities

Basic Requirements

• Availability to work extended hours during peak seasons
• Must be able to follow directions and effectively communicate with others
• Agriculture background preferred but not required
• Must have, at minimum, a Class D driver's license and be eligible to obtain a seasonal B CDL OR have a Class A CDL with haz-mat and tanker endorsements. A valid medical card is required. Employer will verify driver insurability.
• Positions are subject to drug and alcohol testing.
• Must complete all safety training and adhere to safety policies and state/federal safety regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75lbs, climb ladders and stairs.
• Must be able to safely perform all physical requirements of the position