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Premier AG Co-Op Inc
Agronomy Custom Applicator Associate
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What they do
A Tree Climber or Trimmer trims and prunes trees. Clears away excess branches near utility lines or over roads or sidewalks. Prunes dead or diseased tree limbs to improve the appearance and health of the tree. Uses rigging equipment and may work from a truck powered lift; uses chain saws and other power equipment.
$46,977 / year median in Indiana
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Description:
OVERVIEW
The Applicator is responsible for delivering and applying crop protection products, dry and liquid fertilizers to customer's properties as directed by the Branch Manager. Additionally, the Applicator provides support for the branch. Responsibilities Apply Crop protection products, dry and liquid fertilizers as directed by agriculture standards Maintain fertilizer spreaders Maintain application equipment Operate within the standards set by USDOT and FMCSR Follow HAZMAT safety standards Load and unload trucks as needed Maintain trucks and equipment Keeps the Branch Manager informed of operational, customer, vendors, or employee issues that may arise Work with all locations. This may include working at different facilities performing service work in other areas. Maintain office, shop, and grounds as needed Answer phones Help walk-in customers Other duties may be assigned Supervisory Responsibilities - This job has no supervisory responsibilities Employee Benefits Paid Holidays Paid Time Off 401K withEmployer Match Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Life and AD&D Insurance Short/Long Term Disability Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Agriculture and / or farming experience preferred Strong mathematical skills Knowledge of basic mechanics Ability to weld Ability to operate a vehicle with a manual transmission Ability to operate a forklift, skid loader and wheel loader Knowledge of computers Ability to follow established processes Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals Ability to handle multiple tasksEducation:
High School Diploma or equivalent Valid Driver's license, Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement preferredApplicator's License Physical Requirements:
Able to sit, bend and reach overhead as part of daily activities Able to hear effectively on phone to answer inquiries and take messages Able to read documents with fine print Able to use a keyboard Able to lift 60+ lbs Pass a pre-employment drug screen and physicalWork Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts: fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places: outside weather conditions: extreme cold: extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. This job description is not inclusive of all duties and responsibilities of this role. Duties and responsibilities may be added and deleted based on business needs and may be changed when business dictates.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Dental Insurance