Top AG Cooperative
Custom Field Applicator
Top AG Cooperative, Trenton, Illinois, United States, 62293
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:
OperationsBlending, mixing, delivering, loading, and unloading of fertilizer, chemicals, seed, and merchandiseVerification of correct product type and product amount when loading/unloadingFill anhydrous tanks and deliverAssist with chemical and seed warehouse activities, including inventory management and recordkeepingEnsure all paperwork for product deliveries and services are promptly turned inReport inventory supply needs to supervisorCustom Application
Perform all types of custom application duties including but not limited to spraying, spreading, and NH3 applicationApply crop nutrients and crop protection products in a safe, accurate, and efficient mannerResponsible for the proper calibration of fertilizer and spraying equipmentComplete and maintain required application logs, reports, and other required documentationCustomer Service
Provide prompt and courteous customer serviceWork with customers to resolve problems and report complaints to supervisorEnsure customers are informed of safe product handlingAttend meetings, trainings, professional development, and continuing education opportunities to increase personal skill and knowledgeEquipment/Facility Maintenance
Operate, service, and maintain all agronomy operations equipment and vehicles in a safe mannerAssist with housekeeping and maintenance of the facility, equipment, and vehicles to ensure high safety standardsMaintains inspection and service records on all equipment and vehiclesCommunicate recommendations on replacements, additions, or deletions of equipment when neededSafety
Hold self and others accountable to safety policies and safe behaviorsMaintain 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 conditionsKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measureIntermediate computer skills with ability to learn new computer programsAbility to effectively communicate both verbally and in writingTeamwork and customer service skillsAbility to understand and follow written and verbal instructionsMechanical and maintenance aptitude with ability to operate, service and troubleshoot machineryMust be able to multi-task, establish priorities, and meet deadlinesExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to read, analyze, and interpret required documentsCertifications, Licenses, Registrations:
Valid driver's licenseCDL with HazMat and tanker endorsements preferredState of Illinois Commercial Applicator LicenseQualifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent requiredAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in related field preferredOne 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.
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:
OperationsBlending, mixing, delivering, loading, and unloading of fertilizer, chemicals, seed, and merchandiseVerification of correct product type and product amount when loading/unloadingFill anhydrous tanks and deliverAssist with chemical and seed warehouse activities, including inventory management and recordkeepingEnsure all paperwork for product deliveries and services are promptly turned inReport inventory supply needs to supervisorCustom Application
Perform all types of custom application duties including but not limited to spraying, spreading, and NH3 applicationApply crop nutrients and crop protection products in a safe, accurate, and efficient mannerResponsible for the proper calibration of fertilizer and spraying equipmentComplete and maintain required application logs, reports, and other required documentationCustomer Service
Provide prompt and courteous customer serviceWork with customers to resolve problems and report complaints to supervisorEnsure customers are informed of safe product handlingAttend meetings, trainings, professional development, and continuing education opportunities to increase personal skill and knowledgeEquipment/Facility Maintenance
Operate, service, and maintain all agronomy operations equipment and vehicles in a safe mannerAssist with housekeeping and maintenance of the facility, equipment, and vehicles to ensure high safety standardsMaintains inspection and service records on all equipment and vehiclesCommunicate recommendations on replacements, additions, or deletions of equipment when neededSafety
Hold self and others accountable to safety policies and safe behaviorsMaintain 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 conditionsKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measureIntermediate computer skills with ability to learn new computer programsAbility to effectively communicate both verbally and in writingTeamwork and customer service skillsAbility to understand and follow written and verbal instructionsMechanical and maintenance aptitude with ability to operate, service and troubleshoot machineryMust be able to multi-task, establish priorities, and meet deadlinesExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to read, analyze, and interpret required documentsCertifications, Licenses, Registrations:
Valid driver's licenseCDL with HazMat and tanker endorsements preferredState of Illinois Commercial Applicator LicenseQualifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent requiredAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in related field preferredOne 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.