Custom Applicator

CHS, Inc. • Hilde Township, SD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

CHS Inc. is hiring a Custom Applicator in Selby, South Dakota. Under general supervision, the Custom Applicator applies fertilizer and crop protection products, potentially using a high-clearance sprayer or floater. The role involves working independently in the field, building relationships with local farmers, learning their chemical and fertilizer needs, and operating equipment to load and apply products safely, accurately, and efficiently. The applicator also provides customers with information about products and application techniques and supports them with related products and services.

The position includes operating and maintaining agricultural machinery, assisting sales staff with orders and customer needs, performing warehouse and general labor tasks, and picking up or delivering products as needed. Work may include loading and unloading agricultural inputs from railcars or trucks and operating heavy or light-duty equipment. Additional hours may be required to meet business demand. Compensation includes base wages and may include additional earnings such as bonuses or incentives, including an acre bonus incentive. CHS offers a competitive total rewards package and a fun and safe work environment.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in agriculture production, operations, and/or agriculture application.
• Must meet the minimum age requirement.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English by speaking, reading, and understanding safety requirements, work instructions, and communications with supervisors and team members.
• Must meet Department of Transportation and company requirements.
• Ability to work additional hours to meet business demand.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• CDL license with Hazmat endorsement, or ability to attain one.
• Applicator's license.
• Chemical application education and experience.
• Forklift certification.
• Farming or agriculture background.
• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer and crop protection products under general supervision, potentially using a high-clearance sprayer or floater.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Educate customers about products applied to fields, application techniques, and available support through products and services.
• Assist sales staff in ensuring orders are correct and customer needs are met.
• Perform warehouse work, including operating loaders and forklifts and performing mechanics and maintenance tasks.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars or trucks using heavy- or light-duty machinery and equipment; materials may be bulk or packaged.
• Pick up and deliver products to customers as needed.
• Perform general labor promptly and efficiently, including general and grounds maintenance, equipment inspection and maintenance, and record keeping.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness programs
• Life insurance
• Health and dependent care spending accounts
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Pension
• Profit sharing
• Short- and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Base wage and, depending on position, possible bonuses, incentives, or commissions, including an acre bonus incentive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed