Applicator - Agriculture - Temporary
Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
Newtown, MO (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
ABOUT THE JOB
Our Applicators are responsible for applying herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops as directed by their leader. This position also operates and performs maintenance to all applicator equipment.WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE
Correctly mixes pesticides, fertilizers and chemicals for application. Maintains accurate logs and reports on applicated acres. Performs maintenance and calibration on application equipment. Performs maintenance on other equipment. Wears proper safety protection gear. Participates in continuing education in order to maintain pesticide applicator license. Attends applicator equipment workshops. Drives a company vehicle. Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers. Other work-related duties as assigned by leader. Regular and reliable attendance is required. Follows all company policies and procedures.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent is required. CDL is preferred. Experience in operating large equipment is required.SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Mechanically inclined. Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) is preferred. Agricultural background. Basic knowledge of ag pesticides. Ability to read field maps and use tractor-mounted field computers. Professional competence to safety. Ability to pass a CDL physical examination. Ability to work without direct supervision. Ability to work nights, overtime and some weekend hours during busy season is required. Ability to read, write and speak in English is required. Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena. Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle. Must be able to meet all company requirements to drive a Helena vehicle. Applicants for positions requiring operation of a moving vehicle or interaction with heavy equipment must meet the legal age requirement. Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB
At Helena, safety is our highest priority. We seek out extensive safety measures and put them in place to minimize exposure to anything that could be potentially harmful to our employees. The work environment for this position will be in an outdoor setting in all types of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements. When working outdoors and possibly around moving equipment/mechanical parts, you may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations and a risk of electrical shock. This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, sit, stand (8 hours a day or more), lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more), reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs), climbing, gripping, grasping and twisting using hands and wrists, bending and stooping for long periods of time, working below knee levels for short periods of time and working above shoulder level for short periods.BENEFITS AT HELENA
Temporary positions at Helena are eligible for Helena's robust 401(k) Savings Plan that offers you a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day. Three year vestingon company matchwith 1,000 hours of service. Access your earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay.STAY CONNECTED TO THE HELENA POWERHOUSE!
Follow us on social @HelenaCareers or visit us at helenacareers.com. Helena supports individuals with disabilities, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Helena is an equal opportunity employer.Similar remote jobs
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