Retail Sales/Applicator

About the role

This job involves application of chemical and fertilizer to fields from spring to fall. Spring will be very busy; weekends may be involved. Field scouting and meeting with customers/prospects is needed when applicating is not occurring.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all training activities to gain knowledge of the products and the benefits to the farmer by their use.
• Undertake the necessary Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) training with the goal of passing the CCA test within two years and obtaining certification at the culmination of the required work experience.
• Develop a comprehensive prospect and current customer list including the farmer’s needs and wants with a schedule for completing an adequate number of calls.
• Take soil samples and do the necessary scouting of the customer’s fields to develop the proper recommendation for fertilizer and pesticide applications.
• Assist the farmer by applying his purchased fertilizer and pesticides in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure that the application equipment has the necessary safety equipment and that it is utilized at all times.
• Keep the manager and team fully informed of all operations.
• Aid in the collection of past due accounts.

Requirements

• Class A CDL with Tanker (N) endorsement
• Applicator License

Benefits

• Potential Earnings is $62,500 - $75,000
• Average Hourly Potential: $25 to $30 an hour, based on experience & overtime hours
• Health / dental insurance
• 401K profit sharing plan
• Paid vacation / sick leave
• Cafeteria plan / medical and dependent care
• Short / long-term disability (eligibility required)
• Life insurance (eligibility required)

Compensation

$25-$30 per hour