Custom Applicator

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture. Mitchell, SD Summary Want to make a difference and impact in your local community? Apply a sense of responsibility and self-reliance as you work independently as a Custom Applicator. You will: Create relationships with local farmers to acquire knowledge on their chemical and fertilizer needs Manage your time in the field by operating a sprayer/airflow machine while loading and applying products safely, accurately, and efficiently Receive hands‑on experience and technical skills by handling many types of machinery and performing routine equipment maintenance Plus, earn more with our acre bonus incentive-your hard work in the field pays off even more as acreage increases. Take this opportunity to work with one of the largest co‑ops in the U.S. while still making an impact in our local communities. Our fun and safe work environment is waiting for you. Responsibilities Under general supervision, apply fertilizer and crop protection products. May require use of a high clearance sprayer or floater. Pick up and deliver product to customers as needed. Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner. Educate customers on products being applied to fields, techniques utilized, and how you can continue to support them with products and services. Assist the sales staff in ensuring orders are correct and patron needs are met. Perform warehouse work including driving loader, forklift, mechanics, and maintenance. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations including pre-trip and post-trip reporting, proper load securement and hours of service. Maintain cleanliness of vehicle(s) inside and out, and work environment. Complete and document daily maintenance inspections. Ensure proper equipment maintenance is completed including repairs and preventive maintenance. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (required) Valid Class A CDL 1+ years of experience in Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application Must meet minimum age requirement Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand highway traffic signs and signals Additional Qualifications Maintain a CDL and DOT medical card Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends High School diploma or GED preferred Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred Agriculture background and customer experience preferred Bulk liquid, Pressure trailer, or Forklift experience preferred Physical Requirements Ability to lift 75 lbs Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs and bins, and into back of trailer Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan. CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability. Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io ; to verify that the communication is from CHS. #J-18808-Ljbffr