Applicator - Sunrise FS - Mason City, IL
Sunrise FS is headquartered in Virginia, Illinois, with branches in Cass, Champaign, Clark, Douglas, Edgar, Mason and Vermillion counties. The cooperative serves approximately 14,000 customers in agronomy, energy, grain, tires, irrigation, and retail, and is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.
About the role
Operates commercial sprayer or floater for the purpose of applying crop inputs to producer fields. In addition, operates and maintains single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment. Performs all job functions in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer satisfaction and maintain the reputation and profitability of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Accurately and professionally applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and pesticide labels.
- Records application data according to regulations and standards.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to safely set up, maintain, and operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks, and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards.
- Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes.
- Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products safely on/off trucks, trailers, or railcars.
- Ensures products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks/trailers and proper axle weights are met.
- Assists with inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis.
- Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.
- Maintains, repairs, rebuilds, and/or services location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed.
- Follows the preventative maintenance program and maintains clean equipment to present a professional appearance.
- Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
- Demonstrates the FS Way Standards: Trust, Responsiveness, Excellence, Expertise, and Solution Focused.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.
- Must be willing to obtain and maintain a CDL License with required endorsements within 1 year of employment.
- Must possess a satisfactory driving record and valid medical card.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a pesticide/applicator’s license or any other licenses and certifications necessary to the position.
- Ability to work extended hours as business conditions warrant.
Working Conditions
- Occasionally exposed to extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.).
- Noisy conditions.
- Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards, requiring utilization of appropriate safety measures.
- May be required to work at varying heights.
- Ability to move up to 100 lbs.
- Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.
Pay
$19.00 - $21.00 per hour.
Benefits
- Fully funded pension.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Supplemental plans: accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection.
- Generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave.
- 401(k) plan with company matching.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. Certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.