Custom Applicator - Plant Operations - Ag-Land FS, Inc. - Hanna City, IL

FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good. Join our team at Ag-Land FS, Inc. Ag-Land FS, Inc. is hiring for an agronomy position based in Hanna City, Illinois. If you have experience in ag operations and want to work for a solid, local company, we’d like to talk to you. We work directly with local farmers, running equipment, supporting the operation, and helping customers. We offer competitive pay and strong benefits, including a fully funded pension plan, along with 401(k), health coverage, and more. Essential Job Responsibilities Loads and applies crop protection inputs to customer’s fields and grows crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and following all pesticide labels to maximize product performance and customer satisfaction. Completes spray/application logs as fields are completed, noting any problems or concerns when they happened. Performs routine maintenance on all facility equipment, including oil changes, lubrication, and cleaning of application equipment as recommended in operator manual to maximize equipment reliability and service life. Works with other location employees to maintain location, buildings, equipment, and property to enhance company image. Deliver products to customers as required including assisting walk-in customers. Other Job Responsibilities Adheres to AG-LAND FS, INC environmental, health, training, and safety policies to prevent accidents or injuries. Adheres to AG-LAND FS, INC. Uniform policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image. Assist with crop scouting as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Normally requires previous applicator or related experience and/or training to demonstrate the ability to custom apply fertilizers, crop protection products, and ag lime. Proven professional communication and customer service skills and the ability to comprehend simple instructions, communicate one-on-one and in small groups with customers and other employees. Ability to keep sensitive customer, business, and employee information confidential. Demonstrated time management and basic math skills including add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals along with the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage. Proven ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment. Understanding of basic computer skills as they relate to custom application business. Demonstrated core competencies including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development. Must have or the ability to obtain a CDL with proper endorsements and commercial operator's license from the Department of Agriculture. Must be able to pass a DOT physical and drug test as per F.M.C.S. regulations. Working Conditions Must be willing to work beyond those hours considered normal. Have the ability to lift and carry 70 lbs. Able to do work overhead or while lying under machinery. Be able to perform minor equipment maintenance and repair. Willing to work outdoors, in weather extremes when necessary. Benefits Ag-Land FS, Inc. provides a Total Rewards package that delivers competitive pay and exceptional benefits. A cornerstone of our benefits package is our company-funded 'Paycheck for Life' pension program . Unlike many employers today, Ag-Land FS employees have the opportunity to earn a lifetime retirement benefit—with eligible employees able to receive up to 52.8% of their pay in retirement . Best of all, the pension is fully funded by the company , with no employee contributions required. In addition to the pension plan, Ag-Land FS, Inc. offers a 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other voluntary group benefit programs. Ag-Land FS, Inc. also offers health and wellness programs. Compensation This position offers an estimated range of $18.00 – $25.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, this position may have the opportunity to earn bonuses based on company or location performance metrics, in accordance with company policies. Actual earnings may vary based on individual performance and market conditions. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law. Equal Opportunity Employer Ag-Land FS, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr FS