Crop Application Specialist - Evergreen FS - Macon, IL

Responsibilities

• 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).
• Load and unload containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on/off trucks, trailers, or railcars.
• Ensure all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to safely operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards.
• May be required to assist in other departments of the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, and 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.
• Occasionally exposed or required 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, working at varying heights, lift 51 - 70 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

Benefits

• Fully funded pension
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay

$18-$25/hour

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate fieldwork and customer service needs.

Location

DeWitt, Livingston, Macon, McLean, and Woodford Counties in Illinois.