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Custom Field Applicator

Custom Field Applicator

Top AG CooperativeTrenton, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Summary : This position is responsible for custom application of fertilizers and agricultural chemicals by properly operating spraying and spreading equipment, delivering agronomy products, and assisting in all daily operations.

Key Roles : Operations

  • Blending, mixing, delivering, loading, and unloading of fertilizer, chemicals, seed, and merchandise
  • Verification of correct product type and product amount when loading / unloading
  • Fill anhydrous tanks and deliver
  • Assist with chemical and seed warehouse activities, including inventory management and recordkeeping
  • Ensure all paperwork for product deliveries and services are promptly turned in
  • Report inventory supply needs to supervisor

Custom Application

  • Perform all types of custom application duties including but not limited to spraying, spreading, and NH3 application
  • Apply crop nutrients and crop protection products in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner
  • Responsible for the proper calibration of fertilizer and spraying equipment
  • Complete and maintain required application logs, reports, and other required documentation

    • Customer Service

  • Provide prompt and courteous customer service
  • Work with customers to resolve problems and report complaints to supervisor
  • Ensure customers are informed of safe product handling
  • Attend meetings, trainings, professional development, and continuing education opportunities to increase personal skill and knowledge

    • Equipment / Facility Maintenance

  • Operate, service, and maintain all agronomy operations equipment and vehicles in a safe manner
  • Assist with housekeeping and maintenance of the facility, equipment, and vehicles to ensure high safety standards
  • Maintains inspection and service records on all equipment and vehicles
  • Communicate recommendations on replacements, additions, or deletions of equipment when needed

    • Safety

  • Hold self and others accountable to safety policies and safe behaviors
  • Maintain a safe, sanitary workplace in compliance with company policies and regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, DNR, DOT, etc.)
  • Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct unsafe actions and / or conditions

    • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure
  • Intermediate computer skills with ability to learn new computer programs
  • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
  • Teamwork and customer service skills
  • Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
  • Mechanical and maintenance aptitude with ability to operate, service and troubleshoot machinery
  • Must be able to multi-task, establish priorities, and meet deadlines
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret required documents

    • Certifications, Licenses, Registrations :

  • Valid driver's license
  • CDL with HazMat and tanker endorsements preferred
  • State of Illinois Commercial Applicator License

    • Qualifications :

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
  • One to three years of agricultural related experience and / or training preferred

    • Working Conditions :

    Position operates primarily in an outdoor environment. Requires sitting and / or standing for prolonged periods of time and exposure to moving, mechanical parts, dusty conditions, high noise levels, chemicals, and internal and external temperature / weather conditions (from -20 to +100 degrees). Employee may work at elevated heights, in confined spaces, and must be able to adapt to extended-hour workdays. Employee will be required to climb several flights of stairs and ladders. Ability to drive equipment such as forklift and / or skid loader. Position requires the ability to lift weights of sixty (60) pounds or less; bending, twisting, and turning while lifting weights of less than fifty (50) pounds; and pushing brooms and shovels. Employee must be willing to work weekends, seasonal hours, holidays, and overtime if needed.

    This job description is not a complete description of responsibility but reflects the general qualifications, duties, and / or responsibilities necessary to perform this position. Top Ag Cooperative reserves the right to revise the job description as circumstances warrant.

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