Turf Applicator - Insight FS - Oconomowoc, WI

GROWMARK, Inc.•Town of Oconomowoc, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates commercial equipment for the purpose of applying fertilizer and herbicides, operates and maintains CDL Vehicles and other equipment, seasonally works in grain and warehouse operations, and performs all job functions in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 0-2 years of related work experience.
Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
Must have or obtain and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record and valid medical card.
Must hold and maintain, or have the ability to obtain, all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses or certifications in states where related products 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 as business conditions warrant.
Occasionally exposed or required to: Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.), Noisy conditions, Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards, requiring utilization of appropriate safety measures, May be required to work at varying heights.
Lift 51 - 70 lbs.
Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

Applies fertilizers and pesticides to athletic, commercial, municipal, and residential areas 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, 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 or trailers.
Ensures products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks/trailers and proper axle weights are met.
Maintains inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis.
Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.
Responsible for maintaining, repairing, rebuilding, and/or servicing location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed.
Seasonally will work in warehouse and grain handling operations.
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.