Custom Applicator - Agriculture

About Us

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is a leading full-service agronomic solutions provider that has been in business since 1957. With close to 450+ locations nationwide and over 6,000 employees, our corporate office is located in Collierville, Tennessee. We rank at the top nationally for volume and sales in our industry and encompass many facets including product development, sales, operations, precision technology, and manufacturing.

About the Role

The Custom Applicator is responsible for customizing and applying dry fertilizers to customer fields, operating all applicator equipment, and performing maintenance on the equipment.

Responsibilities

• Seasonal:
  • Recommends and applies pesticides and fertilizers by driving and operating various vehicles and equipment.
  • Maintains accurate log books on applicated acres.
  • Performs maintenance and calibration on application equipment.
  • Follows up on weed control in sprayed areas.
  • Wears proper protection equipment.
• Off-Season:
  • Participates in continuing education for maintaining pesticide applicator license.
  • Attends applicator equipment workshops.
  • Performs maintenance on other equipment and fixed facilities.
  • Pulls soil samples.
  • Mixes dry and liquid fertilizer.
  • Picks up and delivers farm chemicals, fertilizer, and seed.
  • Makes sales calls to customers.
  • Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
  • Drives a company vehicle.
  • Completes other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
• Reliable and regular attendance is required.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in operating large equipment is required.
• CDL and pesticide license are preferred.
• In some states, additional licenses or certifications may be required as per specific contracts.

Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined.
• Basic knowledge of agricultural pesticides and weed identification.
• Excellent driving record.
• Ability to accurately read field maps.
• Professional competence in safety.
• Ability to pass a CDL physical examination.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to read, write, and speak in English is required.
• Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill.
• Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle.
• Must meet all company requirements to drive a Helena vehicle.
• Applicants must meet the legal age requirement for operating a moving vehicle or interacting with heavy equipment.
• Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required.

Work Environment & Physical Aspects

At Helena, safety is our highest priority. The work environment for this position will be outdoors in all types of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements. Potential exposures include fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations, and a risk of electrical shock.

This position requires:

• Use of hands for various tasks.
• Talking, hearing, walking, sitting, and standing for 8 hours a day or more.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to and including 50 lbs or more.
• Reaching overhead up to and including 25 lbs.
• Climbing, gripping, grasping, and twisting using hands and wrists.
• Bending and stooping for long periods of time.
• Working below knee levels and above shoulder level for short periods.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance starting the same day of employment.
• Up to $3,000 in Reward Dollars for your Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay to access earned pay between paydays.
• Robust 401(k) Savings Plan with a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day, increasing up to 10% based on years of service and contribution amount.
• Three-year vesting on company-match with 1,000 hours of service.
• Up to 15 days paid time-off plus 9 paid holidays.
• Free Term Life Insurance at 1x your annual base pay.
• Free Short & Long-Term Disability.
• Up to four weeks of paid Parental Leave.
• Education Assistance.