Agricultural Sprayer Operator

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for operating commercial sprayers and floaters to apply crop inputs to producer fields. Your attention to detail and ability to follow procedures will ensure the safe and effective application of these inputs.

• Apply crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates and procedures.
• Operate and maintain single or tandem axle trucks, multi-axle configuration trucks for delivery and/or pick-up of agronomy and/or energy products and other equipment.
• Record application data according to regulations and standards.
• Set up material handling, blending, storage, transport, and application equipment for blending and delivery of products.
• Blend products according to recommended rates and procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to safely operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks, and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards.
• Perform and record daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes.
• Load and unload containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on/off trucks, trailers, or railcars.
• Ensure products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks/trailers and proper axle weights are met.
• Responsible for the inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis.
• Assure all products are accounted for with either an invoice or a delivery ticket.
• Schedule maintenance and repairs of vehicles and equipment as requested.
• Maintain an appropriate inventory of parts necessary for repairs and maintenance.
• Maintain service records of each piece of equipment and vehicle to document a quality maintenance program and meet DOT requirements.
• Responsible for the housekeeping of the shop and general maintenance of shop and equipment.
• Collect and record soil sample information.
• Successfully adhere to safety rules and company policies and procedures. EHS, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures must be adhered to at all times.

• Requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 2 or more years of related work experience.
• Requires an acceptable valid CDL with Hazmat and tanker endorsements and valid DOT medical card.
• Must hold and maintain, or have the ability to obtain, all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses or certifications in states where crop production inputs are applied.