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Evergreen FS, Inc. · 15 hours ago

Crop Application Specialist - Evergreen FS - Pontiac, IL

Pontiac, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$18/hr - $25/hr

2+ years exp

Evergreen FS, Inc. is a leading agricultural solutions provider dedicated to supporting farmers and communities. The Crop Application Specialist will service customers with crop protection and fertilizer applications, ensuring optimal crop production and safety compliance.

AgricultureEnergyFarming

Responsibilities

Service customers with crop protection and fertilizer application to their fields in the local area. Assist in the maintenance and servicing of agronomy equipment

Applies crop production products 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

Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s). Responsible for maintaining, repairing, rebuilding, and/or servicing location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed. Follows the preventative maintenance program and maintains a clean truck to present a professional appearance

Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on/off trucks, trailers, or railcars. Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket

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

May be required to assist in other departments of the company. Performs all other duties as assigned

Qualification

Commercial Operators LicensePesticide Applicator LicenseAgronomy Equipment MaintenanceCrop Protection ApplicationSafety Compliance

Required

Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 2 years of related work experience

Must hold and maintain, or have the ability to obtain, a Commercial Operators License and all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses for applying and working with chemicals

Responsible for renewing licenses or certifications as required and reporting status of licenses or certifications to the Location Manager

Ability to work extended hours including evenings and weekends, work required overtime, 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 policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position