Applicator - York, NE

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Central Valley Ag Cooperative

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

York, Nebraska

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Applicator is responsible for the safe and accurate application of dry and liquid agronomy products while maintaining equipment and plant facilities. They will also assist with inventory management, customer service, and field scouting to support producer needs.

Qualifications

You have a High School diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. You must be able to obtain a Class A CDL with tanker and HazMat endorsements, as well as a Commercial Applicator's License. You should also possess good basic mechanical and computer skills to operate application equipment safely and efficiently.

Must Have Skills for ATS

CDL Class A

HazMat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

Commercial Applicator's License

DOT experience

Mechanical skills

Computer skills

Job Description

PURPOSE

As an Applicator at Central Valley Ag, you will be responsible for the application of agronomy products and to perform needed maintenance. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Load, handle, and apply dry and liquid fertilizer, lime, and crop protection products.
  • Understand and safely operate the application equipment assigned.
  • Utilize the information supplied and the technology in the application equipment to ensure that the right products at the right rates are applied and billed to the right fields and customers.
  • Assist in the mixing, loading, unloading and transporting of Crop Protection and fertilizer products.
  • Assist with inventory management.
  • Works with supervisor and co-workers to keep errors to a minimum. 
  • Provide excellent customer service.
  • Consistently follows all laws, regulations, and safety rules (including PPE) in handling and applying products and storing chemicals.
  • Assist with the maintenance of equipment and plant.
  • Maintain positive communication with the supervisor and grower as needed.
  • Assist with scouting, product transportation and various services for producers
  • Properly complete necessary paperwork and records
  • Assist with other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

There are no supervisory roles with the position

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • High School or GED diploma
  • Must be licensed and insurable to drive
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Class A CDL with tanker and HazMat endorsements
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Applicator’s License
  • Knowledge of DOT or DOT experience preferred.
  • Ability to communicate in a professional manner and establish effective working relationships with internal operations and external customers.  
  • Great basic mechanical skills.
  • Works in a way that demonstrates safety is a priority.  Promotes a work environment that is safe for everyone. 
  • We value the highest ethical standard-our word is our bond.
  • Can plan, prioritize, organize and manage resources in order to accomplish jobs within the defined timetable. 
  • Must be a self-starter.
  • Must have good computer skills.
  • Ability to multi-task several assignments simultaneously and establish job priorities. 
  • Works well with others to achieve a common goal.

Central Valley Ag
 Central Valley Ag is a farmer-owned cooperative headquartered in York, Neb. CVA has locations in Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska. CVA is an innovative leader providing products and services in grain, agronomy, feed, and energy. You can find more information about Central Valley Ag by visiting www.cvacoop.com.

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Updated:   March 2022

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Central Valley Ag Cooperative

Central Valley Ag is a farmer-owned cooperative headquartered in York, NE. CVA has locations throughout Iowa, Kansas and Nebraska. CVA is a forward-thinking leader in grain, agronomy, feed and energy. You can find more information about Central Valley Ag by visiting www.cvacoop.com.
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