Custom Turf Operator/Applicator - Evergreen FS - Bloomington, IL

Are you passionate about agriculture and looking to grow your career with a leading agricultural solutions provider? Evergreen FS is seeking talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference in the lives of farmers and communities we serve. If you're dedicated, innovative, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Salary: $18-$20/hour

Operates commercial equipment for the purpose of applying fertilizer and herbicides, operates and maintains single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment and performs all job functions in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Applies fertilizers and pesticides to athletic fields, commercial, municipal, and residential areas according to recommended rates, procedure 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, 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 or trailers.
• Ensures products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks/trailers and proper axle weights are met.
• Maintains inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis. Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.
• Responsible for maintaining, repairing, rebuilding, and/or servicing location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed
• Collects/records soil sample information using proper procedures.
• Follows 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.
  
  

Qualifications

• 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 related products 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
• Lift 51 - 70 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.
• Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a difference in agriculture and our communities.
• Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions
  
  

Evergreen FS is a trusted provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions servicing DeWitt, Livingston, Macon, McLean, and Woodford Counties in Illinois. With a commitment to excellence and sustainability, we help farmers maximize their productivity while preserving the environment for future generations.

Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law. We are an equal opportunity employer.