Custom Applicator

Custom Applicator | Chrisman, IL | $65,000 – $72,500 per year, depending on experience

Employer: Leading ag retailer – Chrisman, IL

Agritek Recruiting is recruiting a Custom Applicator for a leading ag retailer in the Chrisman, IL area. This is a full-time opportunity with an established employer that values safety, teamwork and taking care of its customers. It is a strong fit for someone with a background in agriculture who wants steady work close to home in rural Illinois.

Candidates without a CDL may start hourly while obtaining their license.

What you'll do:

• Operate self-propelled sprayers, floaters and dry/liquid fertilizer application equipment
• Apply fertilizer, anhydrous ammonia and crop protection products accurately to customer fields
• Read and follow application maps, product labels, prescriptions and work orders
• Calibrate, clean, inspect and perform routine maintenance on application equipment
• Use GPS/auto-steer and precision ag technology and keep accurate application records
• Follow EPA, state pesticide and DOT safety and environmental regulations
• Help with loading, blending, product delivery and facility upkeep in the off-season

What we're looking for:

• Custom application, farm equipment or heavy equipment operating experience preferred
• Commercial pesticide applicator license, or willingness to obtain one
• CDL (Class A or B) a plus, or willingness to obtain
• Mechanically inclined, safety-minded and detail-oriented
• Willing to work early mornings, long days and some weekends during spring and fall

Why apply:

• Competitive pay; benefits details shared during the interview process
• Established employer with room to grow
• Training and support from an experienced team
• Free, confidential help from a recruiter who knows the local job market

Pay: $65,000 – $72,500 per year, depending on experience

Location: Chrisman, IL

Keywords: custom applicator, sprayer operator, floater operator, agronomy, fertilizer, crop protection, anhydrous, precision ag, GPS, CDL, pesticide license, Chrisman IL jobs

How to apply: Apply here or contact Leo at Agritek Recruiting: View email address on recruitcrm.io.