Agro Applicator - Equipment Operator
Operator - Agronomy Applicator (Full-Time)
Country Visions Cooperative is looking to hire a full-time Agronomy Applicator/ Equipment Operator for our Readfield, WI location.
The Agronomy Applicator is responsible for accurate application of fertilizer and crop protection products. This individual is the final link to ensure customer satisfaction in the results of prescription nutrient placement and crop protection.
Country Visions Cooperative is a farmer owned agriculture based cooperative dedicated to service and building long-term relationships from generation to generation. We are proud to trace our roots back to 1923.
COMPANY BENEFITS
Competitive pay: a base of $21.00 up to $30.00+ per hour. Offer and wage step increases are dependent upon having/obtaining a valid WI Custom Applicator license, a valid Class A CDL and prior experience
If needed, we will help you obtain a WI Custom Applicator license, a Class A CDL, and provide a 100% reimbursement
Paid time off
Annual profit sharing
Paid holidays and additional annual floating holidays each year
401K with generous company match
Medical insurance – 70% of premiums covered by Country Visions Cooperative
Paid Parental Leave
Paid training
Optional Health Savings Account
Dental and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account
100% Company paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Health and Wellness Progra
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Applicator job description video: Here
Trained and mentored to use self-propelled equipment to make fertilizer and/or chemical applications to crops in farm fields during the growing season (Typically middle of April through the beginning of July)
Operate machines, field computers and electronic dispatching to ensure customer satisfaction of timely and accurate fertilizer and chemical applications
Use of provided computer software for field mapping, crop planning and record keeping of customer operations
Understand the products utilized and the reasons for them being applied
Make deliveries to farms of liquid and dry fertilizers or other products with a pickup, straight and semi-trucks as necessary
Mechanical and electrical maintenance of agricultural application equipment (CASE, RBR, RoGator)
Facility maintenance and repair of buildings and operational equipment will be necessary at times
Travel between Country Visions Cooperative locations and customer operations will be required
Work with other Country Vision Cooperative employees on a daily basis
Additional hours worked during peak seasons is expected
Communicate effectively with agronomists and other team members
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
HOURS
Typical work week is Monday through Friday
Saturday and some Sunday hours expected during May and June (Spring Season)
Some unpredictable and extended work hours including seasonally extended hours will occur
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess, or be able to obtain, a Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Operators license. Country Visions will help with the process and pay the cost to obtain
Valid Class A CDL is preferred but not required. If you do not have your CDL and would like to obtain it, Country Visions Cooperative offers 100% reimbursement for CDL schooling
Clean driving record is required
Conscientious attitude and attention to detail are essential for success
Thorough knowledge of agronomic crop production practices
Excellent communication skills
Adapt to interruption and work in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to details
Problem solving skills
Computer skills adequate to operate equipment field computers
Come join the Readfield Agronomy location at Country Visions Cooperative! We look forward to hearing from you!