Applicator, Dovray, MN

AGRONOMY APPLICATOR

Location: Dovray, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
General work schedule: Monday through Friday, hours may vary
Classification: Hourly Non-Exempt
Reports to: Agronomy Superintendent

JOB SUMMARY:
The Agronomy Applicator is responsible for correctly applying dry fertilizers and pesticides to customer fields and operating all applicator equipment including performing maintenance on the equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for following all Safety, Environmental, and Health policies and programs
Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures in compliance with company and regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, DNT, DOT, ect.)
Report unsafe conditions to your immediate supervisor
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
Maintain technical updates of machines and software
Apply Chemical and Fertilizer with Precision on customer fields
Maintain working knowledge of rates and use of Ag Chemicals and surfactants
Report to Supervisor equipment in need of repair
Maintain working knowledge of every application equipment and how to repair common problems without calling for help
Fertilizer Plant and Chemical Storage Area
Unload incoming fertilizer trucks
Load out Fertilizer to customers as needed
Load or unload seed from delivery trucks or Loadout Customer Seed
Maintain and Service ALL equipment in Plant and Storage Area
Perform housekeeping weekly or monthly of Plant and Storage Area
Perform general maintenance of all buildings, keeping in good shape.
Shop Area and Equipment Warehouse
Keep Shop area in an orderly appearance, per Good Neighbor Policy
Ensure all safeguards are in place on tools or surrounding area
Perform general maintenance of all buildings
Preventative Maintenance of Rolling Stock
Follow Preventative Maintenance Schedules
Regularly clean equipment as necessary
Wash outsides of equipment (Pickups weekly if needed)
Clean cabs thoroughly
Report all necessary equipment repairs to supervisor
Forward all completed PM reports to Clarkfield main offices for entry into UpKeep
Housekeeping
Keep a logbook current of all weekly inspections and cleanings
Forward completed weekly reports to Clarkfield main office before month end
Keep all areas clean as to inspection expectations and cleaning record
Operations
Drive tender truck when needed
Assist PGP in other locations when needed
Assist customer with products purchased at PGP
Responsible for all maintenance and records of location Rolling Stock and buildings
Follow Seasonal tasks as needed in a timely manner
Snow Removal
Lawn mowing
Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
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

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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
Regular use of hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
Frequently required to stand, walk; sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Occasionally required to taste or smell
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds
Specific vision abilities to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Ability to perform safely when working up to 80 hours during certain times of the year
Regular exposure to fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions and vibration
Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock
Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold and extreme heat
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud
Safety sensitive position

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Occasionally required to travel

BENEFITS/PERKS:
In addition to competitive pay, Prairie Grain Partners supports your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package, including but not limited to:
Health, dental, vision
401K, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending, Life Insurance, Disability, Workers’ Compensation
Paid time off, including select paid holidays
Paid leave, when applicable
Company sponsored training and development

About Prairie Grain Partners:
Prairie Grain Partners, LLC is a 50/50 partnership between Tri-Line Famers’ Cooperative and ADM/Benson Quinn that was formed in 1997. At Prairie Grain Partners, our mission is to be your Partner in Production. We provide grain marketing, grain handling, and agronomy services focused on safety, customer experience, and enhancing the profitability of growers, while also creating an environment that promotes respect, responsibility, integrity, and value for our employees, customers, and stakeholders. Prairie Grain Partners, LLC has Grain facilities in Clarkfield and Boyd, MN, Hitchcock/Tulare, Harrold and Miller SD; as well as Agronomy facilities in Clarkfield and Dovray, MN.