Crop Application Specialist - GROWMARK FS, LLC - Sangerfield, NY 13455

SALARY RANGE:  $20.00 - $22.00 - Hourly

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.

Operates commercial sprayer or f loater for the purpose of applying crop inputs to producer f ield. 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 f ields 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, f loaters, 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/trailers and proper axle weights 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.

 

 

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 0-2 years of related work experience.

 

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

 

Must have or obtain and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements , a satisfactory driving record and valid 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. 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
• Lif t 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.

At GROWMARK FS, we are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a 401(k) plan with competitive company matching, a benefit that encourages security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental