Applicator - Agriculture - Temporary

Who We Are
Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is a leading full-service agronomic solutions provider founded in 1957. Our first location was in West Helena, Arkansas, hence our name. We now operate 450+ locations nationwide and employ over 6,000 people. Our corporate office is in Collierville, Tennessee, near Memphis. We consistently rank among the top national volumes and sales in our industry. Our company encompasses various sectors including product development, sales, operations, precision technology, and manufacturing.

About The Job

Our Applicators apply herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops as directed by their leader. They also operate and perform maintenance on all applicator equipment. Their daily responsibilities include:

• Correctly mixing pesticides, fertilizers, and chemicals for application.
• Maintaining accurate logs and reports on applicated acres.
• Performing maintenance and calibration on application equipment.
• Performing maintenance on other equipment.
• Wearing proper safety protection gear.
• Participating in continuing education to maintain pesticide applicator license.
• Attending applicator equipment workshops.
• Driving a company vehicle.
• Providing excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Completing other work-related duties as assigned by their leader.

Education & Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A CDL is preferred, and experience operating large equipment is required.

Skills & Qualifications

Mechanically inclined. A Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) is preferred. Basic knowledge of ag pesticides is required. Ability to read field maps and use tractor-mounted field computers is necessary. Professional competence in safety is essential. Ability to pass a CDL physical examination is required. Must be able to meet all company requirements to drive a Helena vehicle. Applicants must be able to communicate in English and have a valid U.S. driver's license. Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB

The work environment for this position involves an outdoor setting in all types of weather conditions. Exposure to outdoor elements, fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations, and a risk of electrical shock is possible. Tasks may require using hands for many different tasks, talking, hearing, walking, sitting, standing (for extended periods), lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50 lbs), reaching overhead (up to and including 25 lbs), climbing, gripping, grasping, twisting using hands and wrists, bending, stooping, working below knee levels for short periods, and working above shoulder levels for short periods.

Benefits

At Helena, temporary positions are eligible for Helena's robust 401(k) Savings Plan, offering a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on the first day. There is a 1,000-hour vesting period on the company match. Access earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay. Helena supports individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Helena is an equal opportunity employer.