Crop Application Specialist - GROWMARK FS, LLC - Knowlesville, NY

GROWMARK FS is headquartered in Milford, Delaware with branches in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. GROWMARK FS has about 500 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 13,000 customers. The cooperative does business in seed, agronomy, energy, crop protection, precision agriculture, and custom application. GROWMARK FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

SALARY: $18-$22 /hour

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Operates commercial sprayer or spreader for the purpose of applying crop inputs to producer fields. In addition, operates and maintains single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment.  Performs all job functions in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer satisfaction and maintain the reputation and profitability of the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and following all pesticide labels.  Records application data according to regulations and standards. 

Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport and application equipment for blending and delivery of products.  Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures.

Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to safely operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards.

Performs and records 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. 

Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on/off trucks, trailers, or railcars.

Ensures products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks and trailers and proper axle weight limits are met.

Responsible for the inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis.  Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.

Makes application rate and/or product recommendations based on field observations in conjunction with the Crop Specialist.

Assists with education and on-the-job training of Applicator 1 and Applicator II personnel.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsible for maintaining, repairing, rebuilding, and/or servicing location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed.

Collects/records soil sample information using proper procedures.

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and a minimum of 3 years of related work experience.

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Must have and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record and valid medical card.

Must hold and maintain all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses or certifications in states where crop production inputs are applied.  Responsible for renewing licenses or certifications as required and reporting status of licenses or certifications to the Location Manager.

Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.

Occasionally exposed or required to: 

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Noisy conditions
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards, requiring utilization of appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Lift 51 - 70 lbs.

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.