Spray / Spread Operator

Bethel-Farms-; Town of Arcadia (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethel Farms, a family-owned turfgrass producer, is seeking a Spray/Spread Operator to assist in applying liquid sprays and fertilizers across its Florida locations. You will operate the sprayer and spreader, mix products, maintain the mix station, and coordinate with farm managers to ensure timely and accurate applications.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of spraying and spreading experience, strong PPE discipline, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience spraying and spreading and operating farm equipment.
• Strong PPE adherence and safety awareness.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate agricultural sprayer and spreader in an efficient and safe manner.
• Mix and apply liquid sprays and dry fertilizers to Bethel Farms locations as needed.
• Maintain a clean mix station and dispose of all empty containers properly.
• Collaborate with farm managers to apply products accurately and timely.
• Maintain equipment and coordinate with mechanics for repairs.
• Ensure operations are performed safely and efficiently.

Skills

Spraying experience

Spreading experience

Operate farm equipment

PPE adherence

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Job description

Bethel Farms is a family-owned company with over 4,500 acres of turfgrass production in Florida.

Our mission is simple: "Honoring God, growing better everyday."

We are committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and delivering exceptional products and service.

We’re passionate about providing premium-quality turfgrass and creating outstanding retail experiences for our customers.

If you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in beautiful displays, we’d love to hear from you!

We are interviewing qualified people to join our team as a Spray / Spread Operator. They will mix and apply liquid sprays and dry fertilizers to fields as needed. You will be led by the Farm Manager in operating the agricultural sprayer and spreader.

Essential Duties Include, but not limited to:

• Operate agricultural sprayer and spreader in an efficient and safe manner.
• Mix and apply liquid sprays and dry fertilizers to all Bethel Farms locations as needed.
• Maintain a clean mix station and appropriately dispose of all empty jugs.
• Collaborate with farm managers and personnel to accurately and timely apply liquid sprays and dry fertilizers.
• Maintain equipment and machines at each farm and work with Bethel Farms mechanics to make repairs.
• Work with the team to ensure that all operations are carried out in a safe and efficient manner.
• Responsible for coordinating shipments of dry fertilizer from the plant to the farms
• Always use appropriate PPE and adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Consult supervisor immediately if replacement/additional PPE items are needed.

Requirements

• Relevant well-rounded product knowledge
• 3 + years of experience spraying / spreading and operating farm equipment
• Adherence to Safety Policy and Regulations, they always use PPE appropriately.
• Work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills

Physical Demands of the Position

This position involves regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, kneeling, stooping, working in confined spaces, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 lbs.) items and occasionally very heavy (100 pounds or over) items; or may involve the complex operation of gasoline, electric, or diesel-powered machinery or shop equipment requiring the manipulation of multiple controls, fine adjustments or both. Position requires color, sound, odor, depth, texture, and visual perception and discrimination. Chemicals mixed by recipe and safely handled and stored. Ability to work under adverse weather conditions (cold – heat). Noise Level: Farming machinery.