Fertilizer Applicator Driver

Role and Responsibilities:

Prepares and spreads custom applications of agronomy products on customers' fields, including dry and/or liquid fertilizer, crop protectants, lime and other treatment products. Performs general maintenance and repair work to keep equipment in good operating condition. Strictly adheres to established regulations and operating procedures while working independently at customer site.

· Prepare custom application of dry fertilizer, crop protectants and other treatment products according to customer work order. Transfer dry bulk products from trailers into bulk spreading vehicles. Handle, lift, load equipment and operate controls.

· Effectively operate bulk spreading vehicles including: Dry row spreader, John Deere dry body, Spreader Trucks and/or Terra-Gator. Apply dry fertilizer, crop protectants and other treatment products to customers' fields. Ensure complete coverage to designated areas. Check equipment for proper application and spread pattern and make corrections as needed.

· Maintain regular communication with Applicator team members and manager to ensure efficient scheduling and dispatching. Provide updates and input on equipment condition, supply of materials, productivity and other critical factors.

· Drive to customer locations utilizing WF vehicles. Represent WF in a positive and customer-focused manner through professional communication and proper treatment of customer land, property and all equipment.

· Properly utilize and maintain equipment. Perform routine preventive maintenance and repair to keep equipment in good working condition. Advise supervisor of complex equipment issues to ensure timely repair or replacement. Maintain up-to-date maintenance records for equipment and vehicle.

· Assist with taking physical inventory of fertilizers, crop protectants, and related products. Adhere to inventory control initiatives. May assist with shipping and/or receiving of various fertilizer and crop protectant products as determined by business need. Effectively utilize forklift and other material handling equipment according to facility procedures.

· Maintain a clean and orderly work area by keeping tools, equipment and supplies in proper places. Minimize waste and properly dispose of waste material. Perform all related cleaning of equipment, vehicle and work areas according to Manufacturer's Guidelines and WF procedures.

· Participate in specialized training, certification courses, and/or meetings as required. Learn and develop skills to enhance job performance, including: applicator techniques, account scheduling and servicing, operations procedures and safety requirements.

· Work safely as to not cause harm to yourself, customer's property, co-workers, equipment, or inventory. Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required. Operate all equipment and vehicles according to WF policy and government regulations. Comply with OSHA regulations, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards, work rules and policies.

· May be required to assist in warehouse or drive delivery routes for feed and farm supplies as determined by business need.

· Performs additional tasks as required.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:
· High School diploma or GED equivalent.
· D.O.T. Class B CDL

· This position requires the safe operation of a motor vehicle to perform essential job functions.
· Able to learn and effectively apply knowledge of applicator equipment operation including precision ag software and hardware.

· Able to learn and effectively apply knowledge of applicator procedures and government regulations.

· Able to learn and effectively apply knowledge of how machines and processes work to troubleshoot and perform general maintenance and repair of applicator equipment.

· Able to utilize GPS equipment

· Able to read and interpret operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, diagrams, and formulas

· Able to work well independently and follow safety, quality control and operating procedures at all times

· Able to add, subtract, multiply, divide and calculate percentages in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals

· Able to work extended hours to meet business demands

· Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.

· Successfully pass D.O.T. physical and drug screening, background screening and job specific employment test.

· Must have a minimum of 1 year experience.

Preferred Skills:

· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and in a variety of cultures.

· Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $1.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person