Applicator - Agriculture - Temporary

About Us

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is a leading full-service agronomic solutions provider that's been in business since 1957. With over 6,000 employees and 450+ locations nationwide, we rank at the top nationally for volume and sales in our industry. Our corporate office is located in Collierville, Tennessee, a suburb outside of Memphis. The company encompasses product development, sales, operations, precision technology, and manufacturing.

About the Role

Our Applicators are responsible for applying herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops as directed by their leader. This position also operates and performs maintenance on all applicator equipment.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CDL is preferred.
• Experience in operating large equipment is required.
• 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 in 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.
• Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle.
• Must meet all company requirements to drive a Helena vehicle.
• Applicants must meet the legal age requirement for operating a moving vehicle or interacting with heavy equipment.
• Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required.

Work Environment & Physical Aspects

At Helena, safety is our highest priority. The work environment for this position is primarily outdoors in all types of weather conditions, with exposure to outdoor elements. You may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations, and a risk of electrical shock. This role involves:

• Using hands for various tasks, talking, hearing, walking, sitting, and standing for 8 hours a day or more.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs or more.
• Reaching overhead (up to 25 lbs).
• Climbing, gripping, grasping, and twisting using hands and wrists.
• Bending and stooping for long periods.
• Working below knee level and above shoulder level for short periods.

Benefits

• Robust 401(k) Savings Plan with 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day.
• Three-year vesting on company match with 1,000 hours of service.
• Access to earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay.

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.