Applicator

Job Description

Job
Title: Applicator

Reports
To: Operations Manager

FLSA
Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

Work
independently in the field providing the customer with product and service
requested.

ESSENTIAL
DUTIES include the
following. This job description reflects
management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or
restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

• Operate and maintain flotation
  and post emergence application equipment
• Apply fluid fertilizers and
  pesticides on various crops
• Evaluate field conditions and
  communicate situation to field representative on an as needed basis
• Facilitate coordination of
  nursing equipment
• Collect and submit soil samples
  and develop corresponding maps
• Assist Field Representatives in
  daily activities to enhance sales growth
• Perform other duties and
  responsibilities as designated by Plant Manager

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required. Reasonable
accommodation may be made to enable an individual to perform the essential
functions.

• Ability to safely operate and
  maintain large machinery
• Must be proficient in mathematics
• Must be a self starter with
  positive attitude
• Understanding of crop production
  business
• CDL a plus (training provided)

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Farm background preferred

PHYSICAL
DEMANDS The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform
the essential functions.

• Ability to lift and move up to 50
  lbs.
• Long hours as needed
• Travel as needed

WORK
ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described
here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform
the essential functions.

• Non-smoking for safety
• Random drug screening