Applicator (Crop Specialist)

EverGRO•Madison, VA

About The Position

The Applicator supports EverGRO’s Agronomy Division by safely and efficiently preparing and applying custom applications of crop protectants, fertilizers, and other crop products to customer fields. The role also supports the maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles and equipment, and assists with transporting, blending, and mixing agronomy products. Applicators must follow applicable regulations when handling, transporting, blending, and applying products, and comply with DOT regulations while operating commercial motor vehicles. The employee may be cross-trained to support Energy division products, services, and deliveries. EverGRO Cooperative operates in Agronomy, Energy, Animal Health, and Farm Supplies and emphasizes dependable service, quality products, customer service, and employee growth and development. Job functions and requirements may vary by location and may change. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Requirements

Dedication to safety and compliance.
Passion and enthusiasm for working with cooperative customers.
Desire to learn, grow, and work as a cross-functional team member with other EverGRO divisions.

Nice To Haves

Preferred knowledge and experience in agronomy or agriculture, including seed, chemicals, inventory, or crop protectants.
Preferred at least one year of experience applying fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and other treatment products, and/or working in an agricultural, crop protectant, or pest control environment.
Have or be willing and able to obtain a Registered Technician, Commercial Applicator, or Private Applicator license.
Forklift certification.
Preferred high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Preferred Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with six months of driving experience.
Creative, adaptable, committed, and dedicated.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently prepare and apply custom applications of crop protectants, fertilizers, and other crop products to customer fields.
Support maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles and equipment.
Assist with transportation, blending, and mixing of agronomy products.
Follow all applicable regulations for handling materials while transporting, applying, and blending chemical and crop products.
Adhere to DOT regulations and operate commercial motor vehicles safely.
May be cross-trained to support Energy division products, services, and deliveries.

Benefits

Competitive pay and career advancement.
Competitive 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
Performance-based incentives, including Applicator Spray/Spread Acreage incentives.
Health plan options, including a Health Savings Account with employer contributions.
Paid time off.
Employee discounts.
Fitness reimbursements.
Reimbursement for certifications, licensing, and renewals.
Leadership training and development opportunities.
Uniforms.