Applicator - Agriculture

Helena Agri-Enterprises • Toluca, IL

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Helena Agri-Enterprises’ Applicator applies herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops as directed by their leader. The position also operates and maintains applicator equipment and other equipment, drives a company vehicle, and provides customer service to internal and external customers. The work is performed outdoors in all types of weather, with potential exposure to outdoor elements, moving equipment, fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, biological hazards, vibrations, and electrical-shock risks. The role requires extended standing and a range of physical activities, including lifting and carrying up to and including 50 pounds or more. Regular and reliable attendance, compliance with company policies and procedures, and safety practices are required. The position may involve nights, overtime, and some weekend hours during the busy season and is eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating large equipment.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Agricultural background.
• Basic knowledge of agricultural pesticides.
• Ability to read field maps and use tractor-mounted field computers.
• Professional competence in safety.
• Ability to pass a CDL physical examination.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to work nights, overtime, and some weekend hours during the busy season.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to meet all company requirements to drive a Helena vehicle.
• Successful completion of a drug test and background check.
• Applicants whose work requires operating a moving vehicle or interacting with heavy equipment must meet the legal age requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) is preferred.
• Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill.

Responsibilities

• Apply herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops as directed by the leader.
• Correctly mix pesticides, fertilizers, and chemicals for application.
• Maintain accurate logs and reports on applied acres.
• Maintain and calibrate application equipment and maintain other equipment.
• Wear proper safety protection gear.
• Participate in continuing education to maintain a pesticide applicator license and attend applicator equipment workshops.
• Drive a company vehicle.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned by the leader.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and follow company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting the same day employment begins.
• Earn up to $3,000 in reward dollars from Helena for a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Access to earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% company match up to 5% starting on the first day; the match can increase up to 10% based on years of service and contribution amount.
• Three-year vesting on company match with 1,000 hours of service.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Overtime pay eligibility.
• Free term life insurance at 1x annual base pay.
• Free short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Up to four weeks of paid parental leave.
• Education assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED