Custom Applicator
Custom Applicator
Eldon C. Stutsman, Inc. is hiring a Custom Applicator at our Hills, Iowa location.
Who We Are
We’re more than just a family-owned business. We’re built on service, challenged to exceed expectations, and driven to serve our customers for success. Within our eight divisions, you’ll find a diverse offering of career opportunities for every interest and skillset. Our 300+ employees have extensive experience in agronomy products and services, manure handling equipment, feed ingredient distribution, transportation, logistics, precision & application equipment, wholesale hose and valve products, and grain handling equipment. We are an organization that is committed to giving back to the communities we serve, celebrating our employees in their successes, dedication to our company values, and enabling further education for career advancement. As practices, equipment, and technology continue to advance and shift, we can guarantee our tradition of serving for success remains the same; just as it has since 1934.
About the Job
The Custom Applicator is responsible for delivery and application of liquid and dry fertilizer, NH3, ag lime and crop protection products. In addition, this position performs maintenance and makes repairs and/or adjustments to keep fertilizer application equipment in operating order. Seasonal overtime may be required. This position could be seasonal or full-time opportunity.
Responsibilities:
- Prepares proper truck reports and records, including truck maintenance records as required
- Maintains organized application/spray records
- Assists with inventory control through adhering to established procedure and reports
- Understands the capabilities and limitations of equipment floaters, RoGators, tool bars, etc.
- Provides prompt, professional, and courteous customer service
- Assists the grain, agronomy, and feed operations departments as needed
- Attends scheduled training as requested
- Maintains a clean, safe working environment
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED and demonstrated experience in agricultural education, or combination of education and work experience
- Prior experience in operating large equipment is required
- Must have or be able to obtain a commercial pesticide applicators license with 1A, 1B, and 1C endorsements
- Class A CDL preferred with HAZMAT and Tanker endorsements is preferred, or the ability to obtain within a designated timeframe.
- Must have forklift certification or the ability to obtain one
- Mechanical aptitude
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Must have all application licenses as required by State and Federal Agencies
- Must be willing and able to work extended hours in-season
- Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
- Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen, background investigation and lift assessment
Benefits: We offer a wide range of employee benefits along with competitive compensation, opportunities for career development, and a dynamic work environment.
- Affordable healthcare coverage for you and your family, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employer sponsored wellness program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance
- Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer and Critical Illness coverage
- Casual dress, with company provided stipend for logo wear
- Tuition Reimbursement Program, including training and seminars for professional development
- 401K Retirement Plan & Profit Sharing
- Bereavement Policy
- Employee Recognition Program, including peer nominated awards and company provided lunches
- Paid Time Off, including vacation & sick time, paid holidays, jury duty PTO, and paid time to volunteer in your community
Interested in joining the Stutsman team? Apply today!
Eldon C. Stutsman, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing all qualified candidates an equal chance to gain employment, free of discrimination and harassment.