Custom Applicator

Job Description

Salary:

Role Purpose

To effectively and efficiently apply chemicals and fertilizer to customer’s fields utilizing application equipment. Other duties primarily associated with: sprayer tending, planting, harvesting, chemical delivery, warehousing, bulk fertilizer delivery, application and farm equipment maintenance, etc. Perform all other duties assigned by the supervisor and implement the company’s direction while promoting professionalism and teamwork and to support the Norder Spot-On service philosophy.

Accountabilities

Apply pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizer accurately

Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on all equipment as directed by the supervisor

Operate all equipment in a safe and responsible manner

Complete spray records and required logs accurately and timely

Follow company policies and procedures

Learn how to read pesticide labels and use appropriate personal protective equipment

Maintain all aspects of equipment and facilities so that they are in excellent working condition for their respective seasons. Such equipment may include but is not limited to: nurse trailers, anhydrous trailers, dry fertilizer equipment, bulk chemical and fertilizer facilities, tending and application equipment, warehouse, office, grounds, vehicles and all other equipment

Maintain all log books, time sheets, CDL licenses, medical cards and other paperwork DOT requires

Maintain vehicle and delivery equipment to DOT standards

Notify the supervisor of any repairs needed to maintain the equipment

Critical Knowledge

Knowledge of application equipment and precision placement equipment

Knowledge of chemical application procedures

Knowledge of Worker Protection Standards

General maintenance knowledge

Critical Skills

Ability to obtain and maintain a valid class A CDL with tanker and hazmat endorsements

Ability to adapt to different work environments

Ability to demonstrate a team player attitude

Ability to work long hours during peak periods

Demonstrate basic math skills

Ability to lift 75 pounds

Critical Experience

High school diploma; experience in equipment operation, basic knowledge of operations involved in production agriculture