Crop Application Specialist - GROWMARK FS, :LLC - Lowville, NY

GROWMARK, Inc.•Town of Lowville, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates commercial sprayer or spreader for the purpose of applying crop inputs to producer fields. In addition, operates and maintains single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment. Performs all job functions in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer satisfaction and maintain the reputation and profitability of the organization.

Requirements

Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and a minimum of 3 years of related work experience.
Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
Must have and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record and valid medical card.
Must hold and maintain all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses or certifications in states where crop production inputs are applied.
Responsible for renewing licenses or certifications as required and reporting status of licenses or certifications to the Location Manager.
Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.

Responsibilities

Applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and following all pesticide labels.
Records application data according to regulations and standards.
Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport and application equipment for blending and delivery of products.
Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to safely operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards.
Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes.
Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on/off trucks, trailers, or railcars.
Ensures products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks and trailers and proper axle weight limits are met.
Responsible for the inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis.
Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.
Makes application rate and/or product recommendations based on field observations in conjunction with the Crop Specialist.
Assists with education and on-the-job training of Applicator 1 and Applicator II personnel.
Responsible for maintaining, repairing, rebuilding, and/or servicing location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed.
Collects/records soil sample information using proper procedures.
Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
Performs all other duties as assigned.