Applicator - New Century FS - Grinnell, IA

GROWMARK, Inc.•Grinnell, IA

About The Position

The Applicator operates commercial sprayers or floaters to apply crop inputs to producer fields, and operates and maintains single- or tandem-axle trucks and other equipment. The position performs work accurately and on time to support customer satisfaction and the organization’s reputation and profitability. The role applies crop production inputs according to recommended rates, procedures, and pesticide-label requirements; records application information; and safely operates, maintains, and checks vehicles and equipment. It also involves loading and unloading materials, ensuring loads are balanced and axle-weight limits are met, assisting with inventory control, and submitting daily application records. The Applicator maintains and services equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed, follows preventive maintenance practices, and complies with applicable company, safety, environmental, OSHA, and DOT requirements.

Requirements

Normally requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrate essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.
Be willing to obtain and maintain a CDL with required endorsements within one year of employment.
Possess a satisfactory driving record and valid medical card.
Be able to obtain and maintain a pesticide/applicator’s license or other licenses and certifications necessary for the position.
Be able to work extended hours as business conditions warrant.
Be able and willing to participate in required training, including training on GROWMARK policies and procedures and other training related to the position.
Be able to move up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Accurately and professionally apply crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and pesticide labels.
Record application data according to applicable regulations and standards.
Safely set up, maintain, and operate sprayers, floaters, single- or tandem-axle trucks, and other equipment in accordance with company and DOT standards.
Perform and record daily safety checks and pre-trip inspections of assigned vehicles and associated equipment, including checking fuel and oil levels and inspecting tires, lights, and brakes.
Safely load and unload containers, pallets, materials, and products on and off trucks, trailers, or railcars.
Ensure products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks and trailers and that proper axle weights are met.
Assist with inventory control and submit application records daily.
Ensure all products are accounted for with an invoice or delivery ticket.
Maintain, repair, rebuild, and/or service location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed.
Follow the preventive maintenance program and keep equipment clean and professional in appearance.
Follow GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety requirements, and applicable OSHA and DOT policies and procedures.
Demonstrate the FS Way Standards: Trust, Responsiveness, Excellence, Expertise, and Solution Focused.
Perform other duties as assigned.