Agronomy Applicator - Clarkfield

Prairie Grain Partners (PGP)

Clarkfield, MNFull-time$25–29/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$25–29/hr
Location
Clarkfield, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Chemical Handlers & Seed Treatment LicenseCommercial Applicator License Category A&CClass A Commercial Driver’s LicenseValid Driver’s License With A Motor Vehicle Record Acceptable To The Company

Job overview

Prairie Grain Partners (PGP) is hiring an Agronomy Applicator - Clarkfield. The Agronomy Applicator is responsible for following all safety, environmental, and health policies and programs, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory agencies. This role involves applying fertilizer and chemicals with precision, maintaining technical updates of machinery and software, and performing general maintenance on plant equipment and buildings. The applicator will also assist customers and perform seasonal tasks as needed.

Key focus areas include Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, Report unsafe conditions to immediate supervisor, and Ensure PGP adheres to all MDA (MN Dept. Ag) regulations.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, Background In Agriculture With Custom Application, Chemical Mixing, And Handling Experience, and Must Be 18+. Important skills include Safety Policies And Procedures, Environmental Policies And Programs, Health Policies And Programs, Reporting Unsafe Conditions, Prevent Spills, and Conducting Preventative Inspections.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Safety Policies and ProceduresEnvironmental Policies and ProgramsHealth Policies and ProgramsReporting Unsafe ConditionsPrevent SpillsConducting Preventative InspectionsClean Up SpillsReport SpillsTechnical Updates of Machines and SoftwareApply Chemical and Fertilizer With PrecisionWorking Knowledge of Rates and Use of Ag Chemicals and SurfactantsReport Equipment in Need of RepairWorking Knowledge of Application EquipmentRepair Common ProblemsUnload Incoming Fertilizer TrucksLoad Out Fertilizer to CustomersLoad or Unload SeedMaintain and Service EquipmentPerform HousekeepingPerform General Maintenance of BuildingsEnsure Safeguards Are in PlaceFollow Preventative Maintenance SchedulesRegularly Clean EquipmentReport Necessary Equipment RepairsForward Completed PM ReportsKeep Logbook CurrentForward Completed Weekly ReportsDrive Tender TruckAssist PGP in Other LocationsAssist Customer With ProductsMaintenance and Records of Rolling Stock and BuildingsFollow Seasonal TasksSnow RemovalLawn Mowing

Qualifications

Chemical Handlers & Seed Treatment LicenseCommercial Applicator License Category a&CClass a Commercial Driver’s LicenseHigh School Diploma or GEDBackground in Agriculture With Custom Application, Chemical Mixing, and Handling ExperienceMust Be 18 Years of AgeEligible to Legally Work in the United StatesEnglish ProficiencyApproved Pre-Employment Drug ScreenValid Driver’s License With a Motor Vehicle Record Acceptable to the CompanyAbility to Work Overtime, Weekends, Holidays as Needed

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job Duties

  • Responsible for following all Safety, Environmental, and Health policies and programs

o Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures in compliance with company and regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, DNT, DOT, ect.)

o Report unsafe conditions to your immediate supervisor

o Ensure PGP is adhering to all MDA (MN Dept. Ag) regulations

 Good neighbor policy

 Prevent Spills (Chemical and petroleum) by conducting preventative inspections

 Clean up and report chemical and oil spills.

  • Responsible for Application of Fertilizer and Chemicals

o Maintain technical updates of machines and software

o Apply Chemical and Fertilizer with Precision on customer fields

o Maintain working knowledge of rates and use of Ag Chemicals and surfactants

o Report to Supervisor equipment in need of repair

o Maintain working knowledge of every application equipment and how to repair common problems without calling for help

  • Fertilizer Plant and Chemical Storage Area

o Unload incoming fertilizer trucks

o Load out Fertilizer to customers as needed

o Load or unload seed from delivery trucks or Loadout Customer Seed

o Maintain and Service ALL equipment in Plant and Storage Area

o Perform housekeeping weekly or monthly of Plant and Storage Area

o Perform general maintenance of all buildings, keeping in good shape.

  • Shop Area and Equipment Warehouse

o Keep Shop area in an orderly appearance, per Good Neighbor Policy

o Ensure all safeguards are in place on tools or surrounding area

o Perform general maintenance of all buildings

  • Preventative Maintenance of Rolling Stock

o Follow Preventative Maintenance Schedules

o Regularly clean equipment as necessary

 Wash outsides of equipment (Pickups weekly if needed)

 Clean cabs thoroughly

o Report all necessary equipment repairs to supervisor

o Forward all completed PM reports to Clarkfield main offices for entry into UpKeep

  • Housekeeping

o Keep a logbook current of all weekly inspections and cleanings

o Forward completed weekly reports to Clarkfield main office before month end

o Keep all areas clean as to inspection expectations and cleaning record

  • Operations

o Drive tender truck when needed

o Assist PGP in other locations when needed

o Assist customer with products purchased at PGP

o Responsible for all maintenance and records of location Rolling Stock and buildings

o Follow Seasonal tasks as needed in a timely manner

 Snow Removal

 Lawn mowing

  • Perform other duties as assigned

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • Chemical Handlers & Seed Treatment License (Prairie Grain Partners may assist the employee to obtain, if they do not already have)

  • Commercial Applicator License Category A&C (Prairie Grain Partners may assist the employee to obtain, if they do not already have)

  • Class A Commercial driver’s license

  • This position requires the safe operation of a motor vehicle to perform the essential functions of the job.

Minimum Education Required

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Background in Agriculture with custom application, chemical mixing, and handling experience

  • Must be 18 years of age

  • Must be eligible to legally work in the United States

  • English proficiency

  • Approved pre-employment drug screen

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license with a motor vehicle record acceptable to the Company and safely operate all motor vehicles and equipment.

  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays as needed

Minimum Experience Required

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Background in Agriculture with custom application, chemical mixing, and handling experience

  • Must be 18 years of age

  • Must be eligible to legally work in the United States

  • English proficiency

  • Approved pre-employment drug screen

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license with a motor vehicle record acceptable to the Company and safely operate all motor vehicles and equipment.

  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays as needed

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

2

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$25.00 - $29.00 / Hourly

Additional Compensation

Profit Sharing, Clothing Allowance, 401(k) with a 6% match

Postal Code

56223

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

43361

Job Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Short/Long Term Disability, PTO, ESST, Life Insurance, etc. Benefits eligible on day 1 of employment.

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