Custom Applicator

CHS, Inc. • Kingfisher, OK

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About The Position

CHS Inc. is a global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers, and cooperatives, providing grain, food, and energy resources. The Custom Applicator applies fertilizer and crop protection products as directed, potentially using high-clearance sprayers or floaters, and supports customers with product deliveries, product information, and related services. The role also includes warehouse, vehicle, equipment, and maintenance work. Training is provided in crop protection product mixing and application equipment operation.

Requirements

• Knowledge of agricultural production, operations, and/or agricultural application.
• Meet the minimum age requirement.
• Communicate effectively in English—speaking, reading, and understanding—to follow safety requirements and work instructions and communicate with supervisors and team members.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs, and bins, and climb into the back of a trailer.
• Ability to work in dust, adverse weather conditions, and varying temperatures.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card.
• Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements.
• Agriculture background and customer experience.
• Bulk liquid, pressure trailer, or forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer and crop protection products as directed, potentially using a high-clearance sprayer or floater.
• Pick up and deliver products to customers as needed.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Educate customers about products applied to fields, application techniques, and available products and services.
• Assist sales staff in ensuring orders are correct and customer needs are met.
• Perform warehouse work, including operating a loader or forklift, mechanics, and maintenance.
• Lift and load products for 1–2 hours per day.
• Comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including pre-trip and post-trip reporting, load securement, and hours-of-service requirements.
• Keep vehicles and the work environment clean.
• Complete and document daily maintenance inspections and ensure equipment repairs and preventive maintenance are completed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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