Applicator

Job Description

Job Description

Custom applicators are responsible for the operation of spray equipment and the effective application of pesticides or fertilizer. They mix, load and apply pesticides and fertilizers to fields at approved applicable rates. Custom applicators also operate and maintain a variety of equipment and vehicles including sprayers, spreaders and trucks. They must maintain accurate application records and communicate with customers.

• Operate and maintain all equipment and vehicles
• Mix, load and apply pesticides and fertilizers
• Apply pesticides and fertilizers at applicable rates to the appropriate fields
• Handle and deliver bulk and packaged chemicals
• Perform daily vehicle inspections
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Maintain application/spray records
• Manage customer service relations
• Organize and coordinate application timetable with customers
• Knowledgeable of seed, chemical and fertilizer to make informed decisions
• Recertify spraying technician license and safety training every two years
• CDL required
• Valid Driver’s License

Benefits Include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Company Paid Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Employee Paid Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity Options
• Paid Sick/Personal Leave
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan/Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program