Service Center Team Member - Conserv FS - Waterman, IL

Conserv FS is a full-service agriculture cooperative offering high quality turf, energy, and agronomy products and services for the purpose of improving customer profitability since 1928. Conserv FS is headquartered in Woodstock, IL and serves patrons in southeastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois. Backed by a track record of success, an excellent group of employees, and a strong financial position, Conserv FS is among the premier ag supply companies in the geography it serves. The Conserv FS vision is to be the best, most innovative and diversified agricultural cooperative. 

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Under the direction of the Service Center Manager performs assigned tasks and functions for the operations of the Service Center. Work as a team daily at the Service Center to provide customers with an unbeatable customer experience.

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

May work with teams across all divisions and locations of Conserv FS and partnerships.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Delivers products to customers or Service Centers according to company standards.

Under appropriate supervision, applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures and following all pesticide labels.

Mixes or blends products according to recommended rates, procedures and following all pesticide labels.

Records application data according to regulations and standards.

Responsible for the control of inventory and appropriate record keeping by following set procedures. 

Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport, and application equipment for blending and delivery of products.

Performs daily inspection and routine maintenance to vehicles and Service Center equipment.

Repairs and rebuilds equipment as needed.

Assists in loading trucks, Anhydrous Ammonia tanks, and fertilizer trucks for delivery.

Assists in obtaining goals by improving efficiency and reducing costs.

Provides excellent customer service.

Works with assigned operations team performing applications and other duties as needed for customer service.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsible for maintaining company equipment according to company standards, adheres to the uniform policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.

Performs building and grounds maintenance as assigned.

Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Operate equipment or complete tasks or functions for operations of Conserv FS Service Centers or partnered organizations.

Follows Conserv FS’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 2 years or more of related work

experience to demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to safely operate sprayers, floaters, forklifts, front-end loaders, articulating loaders, skid steers, and other agricultural equipment.

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

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Normally requires as a minimum Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A and Hazmat endorsement preferred.

Must hold and maintain, or can obtain, all required pesticide or fertilizer licenses or

certifications in states where crop production inputs are applied. If applicable, responsible for renewing

licenses or certifications as required and reporting status of licenses or certifications to the Service Center

Manager.

Ability to work extended hours 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 with appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Lift 51-75 lbs.

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

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.