Custom Applicator

About the role

Join CHS Inc. as a Custom Applicator in Wausa, NE and make a difference in your local community. Work independently to build relationships with local farmers, understand their chemical and fertilizer needs, and operate machinery to apply products safely and efficiently. Earn additional income through an acre bonus incentive as acreage increases. Enjoy a fun and safe work environment while working with one of the largest co-ops in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer and crop protection products using high clearance sprayers or floaters under general supervision.
• Engage with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Educate customers on applied products, techniques, and ongoing support services.
• Assist sales staff in ensuring orders are accurate and patron needs are met.
• Perform warehouse tasks including operating loaders, forklifts, and conducting maintenance.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and trucks using heavy or light-duty machinery.
• Pick up and deliver products to customers as needed.
• Perform general labor duties such as maintenance, grounds upkeep, equipment inspection, and record keeping.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application.
• Must meet minimum age requirement.
• Must meet DOT and Company requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobiles.
• Willingness to work additional hours to meet business demand.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• CDL license with Hazmat endorsement or ability to attain one preferred.
• Applicator's license, chemical application education, forklift certification, and farming/agriculture background preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and load up to 75 lbs.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including base wage, bonuses, incentives, and commissions.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Life insurance and health/dependent care spending accounts.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k), pension, and profit-sharing plans.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance.

Eligibility for benefits is subject to plan requirements.