Crop Application Specialist - Evergreen FS - Danvers, IL

Responsibilities

• Growers trust Evergreen FS to deliver top-performing crop protection and fertilizer products.
• Service customers with crop protection and fertilizer application to their fields in the local area.
• Aid in the maintenance and servicing of agronomy equipment.
• Apply crop production products to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and following all pesticide labels.
• Set up material handling, blending, storage, transport, and application equipment for blending and delivery of products.
• Blend products according to recommended rates and procedures.
• Perform and record daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s).
• Maintain, repair, rebuild, and/or service location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed.
• Load and unload containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on/off trucks, trailers, or railcars.
• Record application data according to regulations and standards.
• Operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks, and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards.
• Follow the preventative maintenance program and maintain a clean truck to present a professional appearance.
• May assist in other departments of the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, with 2 years of related work experience.
• Must hold and maintain, or have the ability to obtain, a Commercial Operators License and all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses for applying and working with chemicals.
• Ability to work extended hours including evenings and weekends, work required overtime, and on-call as business conditions warrant.
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions, 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.
• Lift 51 - 70 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to participate in required training.

Benefits

• Fully funded pension
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Safety and environmental compliance training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Free parking
• Flexible scheduling