Environmental Operations Technician (Beardstown, IL)

Job TitleJob Duties & AccountabilitiesWorking knowledge of application equipment and modern farm equipment.Working knowledge of fundamentals of regulatory requirements for nutrient management, application rate calculations, calibration calculations, record-keeping, and manure sampling protocols.Knowledge, awareness, and adherence to the policies governing safety and environment.Travel overnight on a seasonal basis to remote locations in the Midwest.Conduct facility inspections to insure Federal/state regulatory compliance.Develop and comprehend GIS maps using ARCMAP.Performs technical support for development of comprehensive nutrient management plans.Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of:Modern farm equipmentNutrient ManagementEnvironmental SamplingRegulatory compliance on a federal and state levelSkill in:Computer systems, agricultural software and GPSCustomer service and negotiationsOperating heavy equipment for extended periods of timeOperating field technology and sampling equipmentAbility to:Participate in Emergency Response and Environmental Safety programsCommunicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writingTo maintain accurate, complete and timely recordsWork independently while functioning in a team-oriented environmentLift 75 lbsAbility to bend, kneel, stand for extended periods of timeAbility to handle exposure to manure, dust, odors, and noise for extended periodsFollow and execute directionsOrganize time and tasksOrganize travel assignmentsPhysical DemandsActivity Percent of timeVisual Activity (Seeing) - XHearing * - XSpeaking * - XClimbing - XHeavy Lifting - XManual Dexterity - XPushing/Pulling - XStanding - XWalking - X*Includes on telephoneCompensation and Benefits:Targeted pay range of $18.25 - $20.25 USD per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.The Maschhoffs offers full-time regular employees a comprehensive benefits package including:Your choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) plan.Two options for dental coverage, both of which cover three main types of expenses and cover preventative care at 100%.Group rate vision benefits.Complimentary Basic Life Insurance as well as voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance policies.Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage, at no cost to the employee.A traditional pre-tax 401(k) plan as well as a Roth 40(k) plan. The Company matches the first 4% of employee contributions, which is immediately vested.A generous paid time off program, including a life event day and volunteer day each year for full time employees.Participation in a Company Short Term Incentive Plan (STI) where payments are dependent upon several company factors/metrics.QualificationsEducationRequired: High School or better.Preferred: Associates or better in Agriculture or related field.ExperiencePreferred: 2 years of experience in agriculture or related field is preferredEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.