APPLICATOR AGRONOMY SEASONAL

Centra Sota Cooperative is a medium sized Cooperative with locations in Central MN to include Santiago, MN. We are customer-centric, engaging and collaborative. It is Centra Sota Cooperative’s vision to improve the lives and create a more vibrant future for farmers, families, and communities in Central MN. We are a people-focused cooperative offering honest and helpful information, innovative products, and exceptional service from a reliable team of experts who care. .

Our work environment includes:

• Casual work attire
• On-the-job training
• Safe work environment

Position Summary: It is the primary responsibility of this role to accurately apply plant nutrients and crop protection products to customer’s fields according to specifications set by our Crop Advisors and customers and to service and maintain our application equipment. This person must be customer service orientated with a mechanical aptitude and excellent attention to detail.

Essential Functions: (The responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to the following)

• Applies fertilizer and chemicals accurately, in accordance with manufacturer’s requirements and the customer’s crop plan.
• Responsible for proper calibration of fertilizer and spraying equipment.
• Communicates with patrons and employees in a manner that will create support and loyalty CSC.
• Assists operations/sales staff with providing outstanding customer service to our patrons.
• Responsible for all in house maintenance of our application, spraying and Nh3 equipment, trucks, pickups, etc. This could include simple maintenance procedures such as oil, greasing, and similar tasks and more in-depth repairs including welding and rebuilds.
• Assists location management with regular facility and equipment maintenance as needed.

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• High school diploma and Vocational/Technical training in equipment operation and maintenance
• Strong team work and listening skills
• Good interpersonal skills, being approachable and tactful, with an ability to interact effectively and professionally with employees and customers
• Customer service oriented and understands when to provide feedback to management so they may appropriately resolve conflict, problem solve and manage difficult situations with customers
• Resourceful, self-starter who works well with minimal supervision
• Results-oriented, accurate and thorough with a commitment to accountability
• Excellent, effective oral communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude necessary
• General understanding of basic mathematics (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing) and an ability to perform these operations using units of weigh measurement, volume and distance.
• Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn other key operational computer programs
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent organizational skills including planning, prioritizing, delegating, and project management.
• Must maintain current custom applicator’s license
• Valid driver’s license with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements and comply with all driver qualifications
• Comply with Centra Sota’s Drug and Alcohol Policy

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 yr agriculture degree from an accredited agronomy program preferred
• Prior application experience preferred

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $21.00 - $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 60 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $31