Professional Custom Applicator - Gateway FS - Nashville, IL

Growmark

  • Nashville, IL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
COMPANY: Gateway FSHIRING MANAGER: Ryan GonzalezLOCATION: Nashville, ILPURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENTOperates commercial sprayer or floater for the purpose of applying crop inputs to producer field. In addition, operates and maintains single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment. Schedules and performs vehicle and equipment repairs.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSApplies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and following all pesticide labelsRecords application data according to regulations and standardsSets up material handling, blending, storage, transport and application equipment for blending and delivery of productsBlends products according to recommended rates and proceduresDemonstrates knowledge of and the ability to safely operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment to meet company and DOT standardsPerforms 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 brakesLoads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on/off trucks, trailers, or railcarsEnsures products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks/trailers and proper axle weights are metResponsible for the inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basisAssures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.Schedules maintenance and repairs of vehicles and equipment as requestedMaintains an appropriate inventory of parts necessary for repairs and maintenanceMaintains service records of each piece of equipment and vehicle to document a quality maintenance program and meet DOT requirementsResponsible for the housekeeping of the shopOTHER JOB FUNCTIONSResponsible for maintaining, repairing, rebuilding, and/or servicing location equipment, vehicles, and structures as neededCollects/records soil sample information using proper proceduresFollows Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they applyPerforms all other duties as assignedREQUIREMENTSNormally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 5 years of related work experience.Required skills include fabrication, cutting, welding, bearing replacement, engine service/maintenance/adjustments (both gas & diesel), automotive electrical, brake adjustment/repair (both mechanical & air) and hydraulic troubleshooting/repairDemonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill developmentMust have or obtain and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record and valid medical cardNormally requires an acceptable CDL with Hazmat and tanker endorsementsMust 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 appliedResponsible for renewing licenses or certifications as required and reporting status of licenses or certifications to the Location ManagerAbility to work extended hours as business conditions warrantOccasionally 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.

Growmark