Crop Application Specialist - Evergreen FS - Roanoke, IL

Overview

Are you passionate about agriculture and looking to grow your career with a leading agricultural solutions provider? Evergreen FS is seeking talented individuals 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-$25 per hour.

Growers trust Evergreen FS to deliver top-performing crop protection and fertilizer products that promise the best performance before, during, and after the growing season. When it comes to weed, pest and plant nutrition management systems, Evergreen FS Operators help to keep crops healthy for harvest to assist in maximum crop production.

• Service customers with crop protection and fertilizer application to their fields in the local area. Assist in the maintenance and servicing of agronomy equipment.
• Apply crop production products to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and following all pesticide labels. Record application data according to regulations and standards.
• Set up material handling, blending, storage, transport and application equipment for blending and delivery of products. Blend products according to recommended rates and procedures.
• Perform and record daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s). Maintain, repair, rebuild, and/or service location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed. Follow the preventative maintenance program and maintain a clean truck to present a professional appearance.
• Load and unload containers, pallets, or materials and products safely on/off trucks, trailers, or railcars. Ensure all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to safely operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards. Follow Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures as they apply.
• May be required to assist in other departments of the company. Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 2 years of related work experience.
• Must hold and maintain, or have the ability to obtain, a Commercial Operators License and all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses for applying and working with chemicals. Responsible for renewing licenses or certifications as required and reporting status of licenses or certifications to the Location Manager.
• Ability to work extended hours including evenings and weekends, work required overtime, 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.

Evergreen FS is a trusted provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions servicing DeWitt, Livingston, Macon, McLean, and Woodford Counties in Illinois. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. We provide generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays. Our 401(k) plan with company matching and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support your overall well-being.

Benefits eligibility may vary by position. 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. Employment may be contingent upon acceptable background checks, drug tests, motor vehicle reports, and/or reference checks, as applicable and permissible by law.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. As a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.