Crop Application Specialist - Evergreen FS - Pontiac, IL
Evergreen FS, Inc. · Pontiac, IL · 5 mo ago
Information Technology$18–$25/hrFull-time
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.
- 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. Perform all other duties as assigned.
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 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
- Safety and health programs
- Supplemental plans such as 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 needs.
Location
DeWitt, Livingston, Macon, McLean, and Woodford Counties in Illinois.