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DIVISION: Agronomy
REPORTS TO: Location Manager
SALARY RANGE: $18$27/hour
PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT
- Operates commercial sprayer or floater for the purpose of applying crop inputs to producer fields. Operates and maintains single or tandem axle trucks multiaxle configuration trucks for delivery and/or pickup of agronomy and/or energy products and other equipment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates procedures and following all pesticide labels
- Records application data according to regulations and standards
- Sets up material handling blending storage transport and application equipment for blending and delivery of products
- Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures
- Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to safely operate sprayers floaters single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards
- Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pretrip inspections such as checking fuel and oil levels inspecting tires lights and brakes
- Follows the preventative maintenance program and maintains a clean truck to present a professional appearance
- Loads and unloads containers pallets or materials and products safely on/off trucks trailers or railcars
- Ensures products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks/trailers and proper axle weights are met
- Responsible for the inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis.
- Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket
- Ensures that all associated documentation such as bills of lading delivery slips and invoices are completed accurately and returned to the branch location at the end of the day in order to ensure timely receiving and payment of invoices
- Completes necessary paperwork including accurate logbooks records of cargo and any other assigned recordkeeping duties on a daily basis
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
- Responsible for maintaining repairing rebuilding and/or servicing location equipment vehicles and structures as needed
- Responsible for maintaining company equipment according to company standards adheres to the company Uniform Policy and maintains the appropriate professional image
- Collects/records soil sample information using proper procedures
- Performs all other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
- Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof and 2 years of related work experience
- Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge collaboration communication customer focus decision making and skill development
- Must have or obtain and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements a satisfactory driving record and valid medical card.
- Must hold and maintain or have the ability to obtain all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses or certifications in states where crop production inputs are applied
- Responsible for renewing licenses or certifications as required and reporting status of licenses or certifications to the Location Manager
- Ability to work extended hours and oncall as business conditions warrant
- Occasionally exposed or required to:
- Extreme weather conditions (hot cold wet etc.
- Noisy conditions
- Working conditions may include dust fumes chemicals and electrical hazards requiring utilization of appropriate safety measures
- May be required to work at varying heights
- Lift 51 70 lbs.
We are dedicated to supporting the longterm financial wellbeing of our employees through a fully funded pension a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental vision and life insurance along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident critical illness disability hospital indemnity and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy worklife balance employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall wellbeing. Whether youre starting your career balancing family life or planning for retirement our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.
Actual compensation will be determined based on experience location and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay certain roles may be eligible for bonuses incentives and commissions.
We are an equal opportunity employer including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and jobrelated background check drug test motor vehicle report and/or reference check as applicable and permissible by law.