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This job involves application of chemical and fertilizer to fields from spring to fall. Spring will be very busy; weekends may be involved. Field scouting and meeting with customers/prospects is needed when applicating is not occurring.
Benefits
- Potential Earnings is $62,500 - $75,000
- Average Hourly Potential: $25 to $30 an hour, based on experience & overtime hours
- Health / dental insurance
- 401K profit sharing plan
- Paid vacation / sick leave
- Cafeteria plan / medical and dependent care
- Short / long-term disability (eligibility required)
- Life insurance (eligibility required)
Expectations
- Participate in all training activities pursuant to gain knowledge of the products and the benefits to the farmer by their use.
- Undertake the necessary Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) training with the goal of passing the CCA test within two years and obtaining certification at the culmination of the required work experience.
- Develop a comprehensive prospect and current customer list including the farmer’s needs and wants with a schedule for completing an adequate number of calls.
- Take soil samples and do the necessary scouting of the customer’s fields to develop the proper recommendation for fertilizer and pesticide applications.
- Assist the farmer by applying his purchased fertilizer and pesticides in a timely and accurate manner.
- Ensure that the application equipment has the necessary safety equipment and that it is utilized at all times.
- Keep the manager and team fully informed of all operations.
- Assist in the collection of past due accounts.
Requirements
- Class A CDL with Tanker (N) endorsement
- Applicator License